First Day Coin Covers

For the typical First Day Coin Cover, the coin (or coins from multiple mints) is mounted in a special holder that allows both sides of the coin to be visible. This holder is then placed in a specially designed envelope that has appropriately placed openings to allows one to view the coin(s). The envelope is then stamped (usually with a stamp whose value equals the standard first class mail rate for that day) and officially canceled by the post office on the day of the release of the newly minted coin. In some instances, the stamp used on the cover may be associated with the design of the coin. Additionally, a special cancellation image related to the coin might be used for ceremonial releases of some new coins.