Scott #1173 1960 American Flag 4c First Day and 50 similar items

This United States First Day Cover (FDC) features the 4-cent American Flag stamp, Scott #1173, issued on July 4, 1960. The postmark clearly shows the official First Day of Issue cancellation from Honolulu, Hawaii, dated July 4, 1960, with a circular date stamp and a "FIRST DAY OF ISSUE" machine cancel. The envelope cachet proudly displays a stylized American flag in red and blue with the text "JULY 4, 1960 THE UNITED STATES HONORS THE FIFTY STAR AMERICAN FLAG" in bold red and blue, framing the patriotic artwork. The cachet is marked with the initials "HF" but does not explicitly identify a known cachet maker such as Artcraft or Fleetwood. The cover is addressed to Joseph Simek of Gates Mills, Ohio, with a typed address on the front. The stamp itself matches the cachet design, depicting the fifty-star American flag waving on a flagpole. This collectible FDC is a notable piece for collectors interested in mid-20th century American flag issues, patriotic cachets, and First Day Covers from Hawaii. It offers a clear postmark and a visually striking flag-themed cachet, making it a valuable addition to any philately collection focused on U.S. stamps and commemorative issues.