I've seen a number of local news articles on the internet showing "cacheted commmemorative covers" being offered by local US Postal Service offices for various events such as this:
http://www.heritage.com/articles/20...mode=defaultThe $5 pricetag on the above item is rather reasonable; I've seen others charging $20 or $30 for similar type items and/or related artwork commemorating an event, such as this sports-related item:
http://www.whas11.com/sports/basket...4317401.htmlIs this a new trend with the US Postal Service in trying to get collectors to pay out good money for "cacheted commemorative covers" featuring local events?