This attractive American Historical Philatelic Society Official Cover, postmarked Williamsburg, Virginia – May 16, 1959, commemorates a key pre-Revolution event: the 1769 Virginia Legislature’s assertion of its right to levy taxes. The cachet features a bold rendering of the Liberty Bell in gold and burgundy, paired with period script referencing the historic date. Affixed are a 1¢ Thomas Jefferson definitive and a 1964 Civil War Centennial “The Wilderness” 5¢ issue, both tied by a clean circular datestamp with wavy lines. A well-preserved and visually appealing historical-themed philatelic item, ideal for Americana and early U.S. legislative history collections.