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John Hume autographed United Nations First Day Cover (FDC) commemorating the peaceful uses of atomic energy. The cover features an illustrated cachet depicting a dove carrying an olive branch against an atomic symbol, with the United Nations emblem below.

Postmarked Geneva, Switzerland, November 18, 1977, with official United Nations First Day of Issue cancellations. Hume has autographed the lower right portion in blue ink.

Fine condition.

John Hume (1937–2020) was a Northern Irish politician and prominent advocate for peace in Northern Ireland. A founding member and longtime leader of the Social Democratic and Labour Party (SDLP), he played a central role in the peace process that led to the 1998 Good Friday Agreement. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1998 alongside David Trimble for their efforts to achieve a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Northern Ireland.

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Reference sku: 11699 1419539-1