The size is 6 ¼" x 4 ½", published by the Ministry of Communications of the USSR, circulation unknown. The pre-printed postal stamp and the commemorative stamp are canceled with the First Day stamp issued by the Kiev Post Office and dated with the dates of the games, 12-24 July 1968. Uncommonly, the cover was made using gray-toned paper.

In very good condition, showing a crease to the upper left-hand corner, and a small rip next to the pre-printed postal stamp.