India (1952) FDC / Bombay to Skive (Denmark)

Description: A premium and highly sought-after registered First Day Cover (FDC) from the early years of the Republic of India, sent to Skive, Denmark. This item features the complete, iconic commemorative series dedicated to India’s historical spiritual and literary figures, notable as the nation’s milestone first domestic photogravure stamp production.

• Cover Type: Intact original illustrated First Day Cover stationery, displaying the official commemorative thematic artwork on the left margin.

• Stamps: Features the complete set of 6 stamps from the landmark 1952 “Saints and Poets” emission, honoring Kabir (9p), Tulsidas (1a), Mira Bai (2a), Surdas (4a), Ghalib (4½a), and Rabindranath Tagore (12a).
• Cancellations: Neatly and centrally tied across the stamps by the official circular commemorative “First Day of Issue” datestamp, explicitly dated October 1, 1952 (01/10/1952).

• Origin: Dispatched from the main postal center in Bombay, India on the opening day of the stamp issue.
• Registration Label: The original paper “R” registration label is attached on the reverse (back) of the envelope, a standard space-saving arrangement due to the dense multi-stamp layout on the front.
• Destination & Arrival: Addressed internationally to Skive, Denmark. (Note: As was standard in post-war European logistics to streamline cross-border processing times, no definitive arrival postmark was applied on the reverse upon delivery).

Excellent genuine condition. The combination of the official illustrated cachet, the time-locked Bombay October 1, 1952 postmarks, and the complete 6-stamp photogravure run provides exceptional philatelic appeal. A standout specimen for specialized collectors of independent India, Commonwealth routes, or Scandinavian international destinations.