Tipitina's Foundation – Tipitina's Foundation Instruments A Comin' 2015
Auction Ends: May 11, 2015 10:00 PM EDT

Memorabilia - Music

Jazz Fest Official Commemorative Postal Cachet: The Dixie Cups 2005

Item Number
120
Estimated Value
35 USD
Sold
20 USD to Live Event Bidder

Live Event Item

This is a Live Event Only item.

Item Description

The winning bidder on this item will receive one 2005 The Dixie Cups New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Official Commemorative Postal Cachet.  The cache features a color collage, red foil print, and a Chapel of Love postmark. Total production of this cache was 3,500.


The U.S. Post Office issues specialized commemoratives for important cultural contributions that are that are uniquely American.  In 1989, the U.S. Post Office issued its first New Orleans Jazz Fest & Heritage Festival commemorative "cachet" featuring Professor Longhair, one of New Orleans formative characters known for his piano stylings throughout the world.  Every year since, a new cachet has been produced, each featuring a New Orleans original.

The cachets are highly sought after, and the value as a collectable and framed piece for any home or office increases every year.  Details are also unique each year on the cachet, reflecting both New Orleans and the featured musician from the postmark to the stamp.  Cachets after 1994 are numbered.  Cachets are preserved through a cardboard insert to keep them rigid, and a clear cover to keep out moisture.


Item Special Note

Winning bidder is responsible for any & all shipping costs.  Local pick up is available at 822 Camp Street, New Orleans, LA.

Tipitina's Foundation reserves the right to resell item to next highest bidder or reuse item in next year's auction if item is not paid for, picked up, and/or arranged for shipping within 30 days of end of auction.