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
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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
Issue: United Nations Headquarters – 33¢
Date of Issue: July 30, 2000
Postmark: Special pictorial cancellation – Metro Expo New York Station – NEW YORK, NY 10019 – JUL 30, 2000
Postcard: Color photograph of the United Nations Headquarters complex in New York City, taken at dusk. The image shows the illuminated Secretariat Building (tall tower) and the curved General Assembly building in the foreground, with surrounding trees and streetlights adding depth to the composition. The caption at the top reads “NEW YORK CITY,” and on the right side “UNITED NATIONS,” emphasizing the subject.
Justification of Maximum Concordance:
Strong thematic and geographic concordance. The stamp depicts the United Nations Headquarters, and the postcard presents a detailed view of the same iconic complex in New York City. The special MetroExpo cancellation from New York, applied on the date of issue, ensures full temporal and geographic alignment, fulfilling all criteria for a true maximum card.
Issue: Greetings from America – New York (State Series) – 34¢
Date of Issue: April 4, 2002
Postmark: Circular Date Stamp (CDS) – NEW YORK, NY – APR 4, 2002
Postcard: Color photograph of the Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island, showing the monument from an elevated perspective with its pedestal and surrounding plaza clearly visible. The background includes the waters of New York Harbor and the distant shoreline. At the top, the caption reads “STATUE OF LIBERTY – NEW YORK CITY,” reinforcing the location’s identity.
Justification of Maximum Concordance:
There is strong thematic and geographic concordance. The stamp is part of the Greetings from America series featuring New York, and the postcard depicts one of the most iconic symbols of both the state and the city—the Statue of Liberty. The cancellation from New York, NY, applied on the official day of issue, ensures full temporal and geographic concordance, meeting all requirements for a true maximum card.
Issue: Air Mail – Statue of Liberty and New York Skyline – 15¢
Date of Issue: Aug 20, 1947
Postmark: Duplex Cancel (with Shoe-Print Killer) – NEW YORK, N.Y. – G.P.O. (General Post Office) – MAY 17, 1956 – 8 PM
Postcard: Color illustration of the downtown Manhattan skyline as seen from Staten Island Ferry, featuring prominent skyscrapers and waterfront structures. In the foreground, a ferry boat navigates near the piers, while the background showcases iconic Art Deco towers and office buildings, emphasizing New York City’s architectural grandeur of the mid-20th century. Caption at the top reads: “DOWNTOWN SKYLINE FROM STATEN ISLAND FERRY – NEW YORK CITY.” (Edition Colourpicture)
Justification of Maximum Concordance:
Excellent thematic and geographic concordance. The stamp depicts the Statue of Liberty and the New York skyline, symbolizing the city’s role as a gateway to America, while the postcard illustrates the same urban theme with a detailed view of Manhattan’s skyline from the harbor. The cancellation from New York City’s General Post Office nine years after the issue — it remains within the valid postal period for the stamp, ensuring acceptable temporal concordance for a historical maximum card.
Yvert & Tellier: US PA37
