Postal Cachet of Irma Thomas from The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and Foundation


Item Number: 223

Time Left: CLOSED

Value: $200

Online Close: Mar 30, 2017 10:00 PM EDT

Bid History: 1 bid - Item Sold!

Description

1992 Irma Thomas Cachet from the Jazz Fest Official Commemorative Cachet Series. 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" which was covered by The Rolling Stones. Irma is a regualr Jazz Fest favorite and a beloved New Orleans original. Irma was recognized in 2007 with a Grammy for Blues Record of the Year. The postal cancellation features two 45 records and quarter notes.Total Production: 2,500 The mission of The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and Foundation is to promote, perpetuate, and encourage the music, culture and heritage of communities in Louisiana through festivals programs and other activities.

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The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and Foundation