For The Service of Mankind Lincoln_1516

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An illustrated cover and this special handstamp were produced to mark the first service of the Order of St John of Jerusalem in Lincoln Cathedral on 10th October

A serviced cover with a single 5d cathedral stamp cost 2s 6d whilst a serviced cover with 4 cathedral stamps cost 3s 6d each.

There was a special post box at the Cathedral near to the West door where items posted would receive the special handstamp.