The winning bidder on this item will receive one 1992 Irma Thomas New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Official Commemorative Postal Cachet.  "The Soul Queen of New Orleans" cut her teeth at a tender age in the early sixties with the hit "Time Is On Your Side." Irma was recognized in 2007 with a Grammy for Blues Record of the Year.  This cachet features textured, rich purple foil and luminescent silver foil for the JazzFest logo.  The postal cancellation features two 45 records and quarter notes.  Total production of this cache was 2,500.

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.