Maximum Card The Capitol, Washington, DC.

 

Country: USA

Issue: Washington, D.C. Sesquicentennial

Date of Issue: Nov 22, 1950

Postmark: Circular cancel – Washington, D.C. – November 22, 1950

Postcard: Illustration of the U.S. Capitol building with landscaped approach (Edition B. S. Reynolds)

Justification of Maximum Concordance:

The stamp commemorates the sesquicentennial of Washington, D.C. and features the U.S. Capitol, the centerpiece of American government. The postcard illustrates the same landmark with a landscaped approach, reinforcing the subject visually. The cancellation from Washington, D.C., applied on the day of issue, guarantees perfect thematic, geographic, and temporal concordance.

Yvert et Tellier: US 544

Maxi card White House (1991)

 

Country: USA

Issue: 150th Death Anniversary of James Hoban

Date of Issue: Oct 13, 1981 

Postmark: Circular cancel – Washington, D.C. – September 17, 1991

Postcard: photo of the White House (Edition L. B. Prince)

Justification of Maximum Concordance:

The stamp depicts the White House, matching the subject of the postcard which shows the same landmark in detail. The cancellation from Washington, D.C., provides strong thematic and geographic concordance. The temporal alignment is not perfect since the postmark date is years after the stamp’s issue, but the thematic and geographic match makes this a valid maximum card.

Yvert et Tellier: US 1362

Maximum card White House (2000)

 

Country: USA

Issue: The White House (Prominent American Architecture series)

Date of Issue: October 18, 2000

Postmark: First Day of Issue – Washington, D.C. – October 18, 2000

Postcard: Photograph of the White House (Edition Silberne Souvenir Sales Inc.)

Justification of Maximum Concordance:

The stamp features the White House. The postcard shows image of the same building, emphasizing its neoclassical architecture and iconic setting. The cancellation from Washington, D.C., on the day of issue ensures perfect thematic, geographic, and temporal concordance.

Yvert et Tellier: US 3139

Maxicard Lee University Lexington, Virgínia (1954)

 

Country: USA

Issue: Washington and Lee University Bicentennial

Date of Issue: Apr 12, 1949

Postmark: Circular cancel – Lexington – January 19, 1954

Postcard: View of Washington and Lee University campus (Edition Marken & Bielefeld)

Justification of Maximum Concordance:

The stamp commemorates Washington and Lee University, depicting its iconic architecture. The postcard shows the university’s main buildings. The cancellation from Lexington, Virginia - the location of the university - ensures strong thematic and geographic concordance, although the temporal alignment is not perfect since the postmark date is several years after the stamp’s issue.

Yvert et Tellier US 533

Maxicard Ice Skating Vermont (2003)

 

Country: USA

Issue: Greetings from Vermont

Date of Issue: April 4, 2002

Postmark: Circular cancel – Wilmington – July 18, 2003

Postcard: Skiing scene on a snowy slope with snow-covered trees (Edition Mayer Photographics Inc.)

Justification of Maximum Concordance:

The stamp represents Vermont with skier. The postcard shows skiers on a snowy slope, perfectly

matching Vermont’s reputation as a winter sports destination. The cancellation from Wilmington, ensures thematic and geographic concordance, although the temporal alignment is not perfect since the postmark date is more than a year after the stamp’s issue date.

Yvert et Tellier US 3304

Maximum Postcard Bryce Canyon National Park (2006)

 

Country: USA

Issue: Bryce Canyon (Landscapes series)

Date of Issue: Feb 24, 2006

Postmark: Circular cancel – Bryce Canyon – February 24, 2006

Postcard: Bryce Canyon National Park. (Edition Mountain West Prints)

Justification of Maximum Concordance: The stamp illustrates Bryce Canyon’s iconic red rock formation. The postcard shows photograph of Bryce Canyon’s perfectly matching the stamp’s subject. The cancellation from Bryce Canyon on the day of issue ensures ideal thematic, geographic, and temporal concordance.

Yvert et Tellier US PA132

Maxicard Ice Skating (1985)

Country: USA

Issue: Winter Special Olympics

Date of Issue: March 25, 1985

Postmark: First Day Cancelation – Park City – March 25, 1985

Postcard: Skiing scene at Sandia Peak Ski Area (Edition Petley Studios Inc.)

Justification of Maximum Concordance:

The stamp commemorates the Winter Special Olympics, featuring athletes in winter sports. The postcard shows a skier descending a snowy slope, perfectly matching the winter sports theme. The cancellation from Park City, Utah - a renowned ski destination - on the day of issue ensures strong thematic, geographic, and temporal concordance, making this an excellent example of a maximum card.

 Yvert et Tellier: US 1571

Maximum Card The Alamo San Antonio (1938)

 

Country: USA

Issue: Texas Centennial

Date of Issue: Mar 2, 1936

Postmark: Wavy-line cancel – San Antonio, Texas – October 20, 1938

Postcard: “The Alamo, Showing Old Courtyard, San Antonio, Texas” (Edition E. C. Kropp Co.)

Justification of Maximum Concordance: The stamp depicts the historic Alamo Mission in San Antonio, a symbol of Texas independence and heritage. The postcard shows a detailed view of the Alamo’s façade and courtyard, reinforcing the same theme. The cancellation from San Antonio, the 

exact location of the Alamo, ensures strong thematic, geographic, and temporal alignment, making this a classic example of a maximum card.

Yvert et Tellier: US 342

Maxicard Nashville Tennessee (2002)

 

Country: USA

Issue: Greetings from Tennessee

Date of Issue: April 4, 2002

Postmark: Circular cancel – Nashville, TN – April 4, 2002

Postcard: View of Nashville skyline. (Edition Richards & Southern)

Justification of Maximum Concordance: The stamp represents Tennessee with vibrant design elements, including a guitar symbolizing the state’s musical heritage. The postcard shows the Nashville skyline, the capital and epicenter of country music, reinforcing the theme. The cancellation from Nashville on the day of issue ensures perfect thematic, geographic, and temporal concordance.

Yvert et Tellier: US 3301

Maximum Card Arecibo Observatory (2002)

 

Country: USA

Issue: Arecibo Observatory

Date of Issue: Jul 7, 2000

Postmark: Circular cancel – Arecibo – Apr 9, 2002

Postcard: Panoramic view of Arecibo (Edition unknown)

Justification of Maximum Concordance: The stamp depicts the Arecibo Observatory. The postcard shows photo of the same observatory. The cancellation from Arecibo ensures perfect thematic, geographic and temporal concordance.

Michel US 3366

Maximum Postcard Old Windmill (1992)

 

Country: USA
Issue: Rhode Island Windmill – Americana Series
Date of Issue: Feb 2, 1980

Postmark: 4 Bar cancel – Jamestown – Apr 6 1992

Postcard: Color photograph of the historic Jamestown Windmill, a wooden structure with shingled walls and a domed roof, surrounded by lush green vegetation under a clear blue sky. The windmill’s large lattice-style sails dominate the foreground, and an old millstone rests on the grass nearby. The caption at the bottom reads “The Jamestown Windmill,” identifying the landmark. (Edition John T. Hopf)

Justification of Maximum Concordance:
Thematic and geographic concordance are excellent: both the stamp and the postcard depict the Jamestown Windmill, a historic Rhode Island landmark, and the cancellation is from Jamestown, the windmill’s actual location. Temporal concordance is acceptable, although the cancellation date (1992) does not match the official issue date (1980), the stamp was still valid and in circulation at the time of use.

Yvert et Tellier: US 1269

Maxicard Benjamin Franklin (1983)

Country: USA

Issue: Treaty of Paris – Bicentennial (1783– 1983)

Date of Issue: March 24, 1983

Postmark: First Day Cancelation – Philadelphia – Mar 24, 1983

Postcard: Photograph with a prominent statue of Benjamin Franklin. (Edition L. B. Prince Co.)

Justification of Maximum Concordance: 

Thematic concordance is partial: the stamp commemorates the Treaty USA and Sweden and features Benjamin Franklin, one of its signers, while the postcard shows Franklin’s statue, reinforcing his role in American history. Geographic concordance is limited to the country level, as the cancellation is from Philadelphia.

 Yvert et Tellier US 1469

Maxicard Liberty Bell (1960)

 

Country: USA
Issue: Liberty Bell – Air Mail
Date of Issue: Jun 10 1960

Postmark: First Day Cancelation with oval pictoral – Miami, FLA - Jun 10 1960

Postcard: Vintage color illustration of the Liberty Bell displayed on a wooden stand inside Independence Hall, Philadelphia. The bell’s iconic crack and engraved inscription are clearly visible, emphasizing its historical significance as a symbol of American independence. The caption at the top reads “LIBERTY BELL – INDEPENDENCE HALL PHILADELPHIA PA. PH-25,” reinforcing the location and theme. (Edition Colourpicture)

Justification of Maximum Concordance:
There is strong thematic concordance because both the stamp and the postcard feature the Liberty Bell, an enduring symbol of American independence. The postcard shows the bell inside Independence Hall in Philadelphia, emphasizing its historical context, while the stamp reproduces the same iconic object. Geographic concordance is partial: the First Day of Issue cancellation is from Miami, Florida, which differs from the bell’s actual location in Philadelphia. However, the temporal concordance is perfect, as the cancellation date matches the official issue date. Overall, this card meets thematic and temporal requirements for a maximum card, with geographic concordance limited to the country level.

Yvert & Tellier: US PA56

Filatelia - Emissão Inês de Castro 700 anos do nascimento (noticiário filatélico n.º 48/2025)

 

A emissão filatélica “Inês de Castro – 700 anos do nascimento” foi lançada em 11 de setembro de 2025, composta por 2 selos com valor facial de N20g e I20g e uma tiragem de 50.000 exemplares. Inclui também um bloco filatélico com um selo de 4,00 €, com uma produção limitada a 30.000 unidades. O design é da autoria de Filipe Soares, apresentando uma ilustração que evoca a figura histórica de Inês de Castro, símbolo de um dos episódios mais marcantes da história portuguesa.

A impressão foi realizada em offset. O formato do selo é 30,6 x 80 mm, enquanto o bloco mede 125 x 95 mm. Ambos apresentam dentado 12 x 12¼.. A imagem do selo destaca elementos associados à lenda e ao contexto histórico, incluindo referências à corte medieval e à tragédia que imortalizou Inês.

Oregon Landscape - Portland

Country: USA

Issue: Oregon Statehood – 150th Anniversary – 44¢
Date of Issue: January 14, 2009

Postmark: First Day of Issue pictorial cancellation – OREGON – January 14, 2009 – Portland, OR 97208

Postcard: Color photograph of a dramatic sunset over the Oregon coast, featuring rugged sea stacks rising from the ocean and their dark silhouettes reflected on the wet sand. The sky glows with warm golden and orange tones, contrasting with the dark rock formations and the gentle waves washing ashore. The caption “Oregon” appears in elegant script at the bottom left, reinforcing the state identity.

Justification of Maximum Concordance:
Excellent thematic and geographic concordance. The stamp commemorates Oregon’s 150th anniversary of statehood and depicts a scenic Oregon landscape, while the postcard shows one of the state’s iconic coastal views, symbolizing its natural beauty. The First Day of Issue cancellation from Portland, OR, on the official date of release ensures full temporal and geographic alignment, meeting all requirements for a true maximum card.

Yvert et Tellier: US 4137

Maxi Postcard Mount Hood, Oregon’s highest peak (2002)

Country: USA

Issue: Greetings from America – Oregon (State Series) – 34¢
Date of Issue: April 4, 2002

Postmark: Circular Date Stamp (CDS) – SALEM, OR – APR 4, 2002 – 97301

Postcard: Color photograph of Mount Hood, Oregon’s highest peak, covered in snow and illuminated by the warm hues of a sunset sky with orange and pink clouds. The foreground shows dark silhouettes of evergreen trees, emphasizing the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. The caption “Oregon” appears prominently in elegant script across the top, reinforcing the state identity.

Justification of Maximum Concordance:
Strong thematic and geographic concordance. The stamp is part of the Greetings from America series dedicated to Oregon, and the postcard depicts Mount Hood, one of the state’s most iconic landmarks. The cancellation from Salem, OR (the state capital) on the official date of issue ensures full temporal and geographic alignment, meeting all requirements for a true maximum card.

Maxicard Tornado in Oklahoma (2005)

Country: USA

Issue: Cloudscapes – Cumulonimbus with Tornado – 37¢
Date of Issue: Oct 10, 2004

Postmark: Pictorial cancellation – TWISTER MUSEUM STATION – WAKITA, OKLAHOMA 73771 – MAY 28, 2005

Postcard: Dramatic color photograph of a tornado funnel descending from a dark cumulonimbus cloud over a rural Oklahoma landscape at sunset. The swirling column of dust and debris is illuminated by the fading light, creating a striking and intense atmospheric scene. The caption “Oklahoma” appears prominently at the top in elegant script, reinforcing the state identity. (Edition Prairie Production Co.)

Justification of Maximum Concordance:
Excellent thematic and geographic concordance. The stamp depicts a cumulonimbus cloud with a tornado, and the postcard shows a real tornado in Oklahoma, a state historically associated with severe storms and tornado activity. The pictorial cancellation from Wakita, OK—home to the Twister Museum—provides strong geographic relevance to the tornado theme. Although the cancellation date (May 28, 2005) is several months after the official issue date (October 10, 2004), this falls within acceptable limits for maximum cards, preserving thematic and geographic alignment despite the temporal gap.

Yvert et Tellier: US 3600

Maxicard Oklahoma City (2002)

 Country: USA

Issue: Greetings from America – Oklahoma (State Series) – 34¢
Date of Issue: April 4, 2002

Postmark: Circular Date Stamp (CDS) – OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – APR 4, 2002 – 73125

Postcard: Color photograph of the Oklahoma City skyline under a partly cloudy sky, featuring modern high-rise buildings and office towers in the downtown area. The caption “OKLAHOMA CITY – OKLAHOMA” appears prominently in gold lettering at the top left, reinforcing the city and state identity.

Justification of Maximum Concordance:
Strong thematic and geographic concordance. The stamp is part of the Greetings from America series dedicated to Oklahoma, and the postcard illustrates the capital city’s skyline, symbolizing the state’s urban center. The cancellation from Oklahoma City, OK, on the official date of issue ensures full temporal and geographic alignment, meeting all requirements for a true maximum card.

Maxicard Typical Ohio farm landscape (2003)

Country: USA

Issue: Ohio Statehood Bicentennial
Date of Issue: March 01, 2003

Postmark: Circular Date Stamp (CDS) with First Day of Issue text – CHILLICOTHE, OH – MAR 10, 2003 – 45601

Postcard: Color photograph of a rural Ohio landscape at sunset, featuring rolling green fields, a red barn, silos, and farmhouses surrounded by white fences. The warm light of the setting sun casts a golden hue over the scene, emphasizing the agricultural character of the state. The caption “OHIO” appears faintly in large letters across the background, reinforcing the state identity. (Edition Penrod/Hiawatha)

Justification of Maximum Concordance:
Strong thematic and geographic concordance. The stamp is part of the Greetings from America series dedicated to Ohio, and the postcard illustrates a typical Ohio farm landscape, echoing the rural theme of the stamp. The First Day of Issue cancellation from Chillicothe, OH, on the official date of release ensures full temporal and geographic alignment, meeting all requirements for a true maximum card.

Yvert & Tellier: US 3465

Maximum Postcard Niagara Falls, one of the most iconic natural landmarks in North America (1999)

 

Country: USA
Issue: Niagara Falls – Scenic American Landscapes – 48¢
Date of Issue: May 12, 1999

Postmark: Circular Date Stamp (CDS) – NIAGARA FALLS, NY – MAY 12, 1999 – 14302

Postcard: Color photograph of Niagara Falls at dusk, showcasing the powerful cascade of water flowing over the cliffs into the mist-filled basin below. The sky is tinged with soft purple and pink hues, creating a dramatic backdrop for the falls. The caption “Niagara Falls” appears prominently at the top in a handwritten-style font, emphasizing the location’s identity. (Edition Postcard Factory)

Justification of Maximum Concordance:
Strong thematic and geographic concordance. The stamp features Niagara Falls, one of the most iconic natural landmarks in North America, and the postcard provides a vivid photographic representation of the same site. The cancellation from Niagara Falls, NY, on the official date of issue ensures full temporal and geographic alignment, meeting all requirements for a true maximum card.

Yvert & Tellier: US PA125