{"title":"Philatélie","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"acte-manuscrit-administratif-1821-timbres-fiscaux-saint-etienne-xixe","title":"Handwritten administrative document 1821, fiscal stamps, Saint-Étienne, 19th century","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandwritten administrative document dated 1821, written in brown ink on antique paper, with printed fiscal stamps and neat cursive handwriting. An early 19th-century French document with a beautiful graphic presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld 19th-century administrative handwritten document, dated July 20, 1821, and related to Saint-Étienne, Loire department. The sheet features regular, ample, and decorative cursive handwriting, characteristic of administrative and notarial acts of this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe antique paper retains several visible fiscal marks, including a 75-centime stamp with an allegorical figure and a royal stamp with fleurs-de-lis bearing the mention \"50 c. en sus loi de 1816\" (50 c. additional law of 1816). The document also includes signatures, accounting annotations, marginal notes, and original folds related to its administrative use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole offers decorative and documentary interest: beautiful ink calligraphy, dense composition, printed fiscal stamps, and traces of filing on the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDated 1821, this document belongs to the period of the French Restoration, under the reign of Louis XVIII. The visible fiscal stamps and legal mentions are part of the administrative practice of the early 19th century, where acts written on stamped paper formalized transactions, declarations, obligations, or procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe presence of Saint-Étienne and the Loire department places the document in a precise local context, within an administration still largely handwritten, before the widespread use of modern printed forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed antique document, sold as is. Yellowed paper with natural patina, conservation folds, small stains, rub marks, ink marks, and slight edge wear. Some small tears or marginal losses visible, consistent with the age and handling of the sheet. The writing remains largely legible, and the whole retains good documentary integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging adapted to antique documents, with rigid protection to limit the risk of creasing during transport. 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The whole retains a beautiful documentary presence, with brown ink, tight lines, large calligraphic loops, and period flourishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower part reveals a handwritten mention dated \"July 29, 1829\". Several printed stamps are visible, including a 25-centimes fiscal stamp with an allegorical figure, as well as a circular administrative stamp, adding further interest to the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDated 1829, this letter falls within the period of the French Restoration, under the reign of Charles X. Administrative documents from this era are distinguished by their very cursive writing, their legal or institutional formulas, as well as the use of stamped papers and fiscal marks intended to officialize acts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Antique paper showing natural patina, with foxing, handling marks, folds, and signs of age. Some small marginal fragilities are visible, consistent with the age and use of the document. The writing and stamps remain legible and decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging adapted to antique documents. Professional shipping with rigid protection to preserve the sheet during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: [Old handwritten administrative letter 19th century 1829]\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54220705399111,"sku":"50142-db010d08-467e-41f3-81ce-de12901d94be-PA3.57","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_be2ec190-0249-4fcc-8ca1-a259abf412e4.jpg?v=1782289492"},{"product_id":"lettre-manuscrite-administrative-1814-greffe-civil-saint-etienne","title":"Handwritten administrative letter 1814, civil registry Saint-Étienne","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdministrative manuscript document dated 1814, from the registry of the Civil Court of First Instance of Saint-Étienne, on old paper with neat cursive writing and a French Empire tax stamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld 19th-century manuscript document, dated \u003cb\u003eFebruary 19, 1814\u003c\/b\u003e, written in brown ink on old laid paper. The text mentions an \u003cb\u003eextract from the minutes of the registry of the Civil Court of First Instance\u003c\/b\u003e sitting in \u003cb\u003eSaint-Étienne, Loire department\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe document features beautiful administrative calligraphy, with thick and thin strokes characteristic of judicial and notarial acts from the early 19th century. A \u003cb\u003e75-centime circular tax stamp\u003c\/b\u003e is visible, with the mention \u003cb\u003eEmpire Français\u003c\/b\u003e, as well as several signatures and registration notes on the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole retains its original documentary character: old folds, handwritten annotations, traces of registration, and formal organization specific to registry acts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDated 1814, this document belongs to the period of the \u003cb\u003eFirst Empire\u003c\/b\u003e, at the end of Napoleon's reign. Administrative and judicial acts from this era were generally handwritten by the registries, then validated by notes, signatures, and tax stamps. 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The shipment will be carried out with appropriate protection to preserve the paper during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: [Old handwritten administrative letter 19th century 1814]\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54220708446535,"sku":"50149-1cc0a698-91fb-4dac-9f63-8fdd8270a791-PA3.57","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_870305d4-b08b-47cc-bf02-37520377a7f3.jpg?v=1782289539"},{"product_id":"gros-lot-lettres-manuscrites-administratives-xixe-papier-timbre-1816-1821","title":"Large lot handwritten administrative letters 19th c. stamped paper 1816-1821","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLarge lot of 19th-century handwritten letters and administrative documents, written in ink on old paper, with printed revenue stamps, seals, and dated notations visible between 1816 and 1821.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet of old handwritten administrative and legal documents, including letters, folded sheets, acts, or correspondences written in French in brown and black ink. Several documents feature beautiful period cursive writing, addresses, signatures, court registry notations, procedure references, and marginal annotations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe papers bear various printed revenue stamps, including circular and allegorical vignettes with references to the 1816 law, as well as visible tax values such as 25c and 75c. Several handwritten dates from the early 19th century are also noted, including 1816, 1819, 1820, and 1821.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe lot offers a coherent set of old paper documents, interesting for the study of administrative writing, documentary taxation, and legal practices under the Restoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese documents are part of French administrative production from the first third of the 19th century. Stamped paper, fiscal notations, and references to the 1816 law attest to the formalities in force for acts, petitions, judicial correspondences, or procedural documents. The collection retains the material character of private and administrative archives from this period: folded sheets, handwritten inks, printed seals, and filing annotations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed items, sold as is. An old set showing the natural patina of the paper: yellowing, foxing, creases, small tears, edge losses, handling marks, stains, and age-related wear. Some sheets are fragile or partially crumpled, without detracting from the documentary and decorative character of the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging adapted to old documents, with protection against folding and rubbing. 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A French archival document, marked by neat cursive writing and several signatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld handwritten document on paper, dated \u003cb\u003eMarch 15, 1814\u003c\/b\u003e at the top. The sheet features a circular printed tax stamp for \u003cb\u003e75 c.\u003c\/b\u003e, with an allegorical figure, as well as dense brown ink writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe content is administrative or notarial, with mentions of members of the Colombet family and passages relating to an inventory, including descriptions of rooms and household goods. Several handwritten signatures are visible on one of the sheets, including Colombet signatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole retains the graphic charm of early 19th-century administrative writing: ruled lines, regular cursive, naturally nuanced ink, and old laid paper with a cream tone, browned by time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDated 1814, this document falls within the pivotal period of the end of the First Empire and the beginning of the Restoration. Stamped papers were then used for official, administrative, or legal acts, their tax stamp attesting to the legal framework of the writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of piece is a material testament to 19th-century French documentary practice: family acts, inventories, leases, acknowledgments, or administrative documents written by hand before the generalization of printed forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed old document, sold as is. Yellowed paper with age patina, foxing, fold marks, minor marginal wear, and handling traces. The ink remains legible over large sections, with some paler areas due to the age of the medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging adapted for old documents, with rigid protection to limit stress during transport. Professional shipping provided by AFW - Antique France Worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: [Old handwritten administrative letter 19th century 1814]\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54220710150471,"sku":"50153-034089eb-16b2-41ab-b662-8fb912de3a47-PA3.57","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_35a34fcc-30c0-4541-8841-df35f2fd55c8.jpg?v=1782289580"},{"product_id":"ancienne-lettre-manuscrite-administrative-1814-papier-timbre-75-c","title":"Old handwritten administrative letter 1814, 75 centimes stamped paper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOld handwritten administrative letter dated 1814, written in brown ink on antique paper, with a 75-centimes revenue stamp. An early 19th-century French archival document, with very prominent cursive script.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e19th-century handwritten administrative document, presented on a folded antique sheet, entirely written with a quill pen. The ample and regular cursive writing fills the page with numerous mentions of names, sums, and elements relating to an inheritance or division of property.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe document features a printed \"France\" revenue stamp with a value of 75 centimes at the top, a characteristic element of administrative and legal acts on stamped paper. The date 1814 is visible at the top of the sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMentions of the Colombet family are notably visible, as well as formulations related to heirs, inheritance, and division, giving this document historical and documentary interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDated 1814, this document is part of French administrative practice in the early 19th century, a period when civil, notarized, or similar acts were frequently handwritten on fiscal stamped paper. These documents testify to the official circulation of writing, patrimonial procedures, and the formalization of family acts under the French administration of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld document sold as is. Paper shows natural patina, with yellowing, traces of use, folds, small ink stains, and slightly irregular edges, consistent with its age and handling. The writing remains largely legible, with the graphic charm typical of 19th-century administrative manuscripts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging adapted to old documents, with rigid protection to preserve the paper during transport. Professional shipping prepared with care by AFW - Antique France Worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: [Old handwritten administrative letter 19th century 1814]\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54220710969671,"sku":"50154-320e632d-a3c7-4be3-81fe-c5afb371fe8b-PA3.57","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_407b5055-4c8d-49aa-a27a-9124de6d77c7.jpg?v=1782289591"},{"product_id":"lettre-administrative-manuscrite-1814-papier-timbre-xixe-siecle","title":"Handwritten administrative letter 1814, stamped paper, 19th century","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandwritten administrative document from 1814, 19th century, written in brown ink on old stamped paper, with tight cursive script, printed fiscal stamp, and customary folded presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld handwritten letter or administrative document dated 1814, consisting of sheets of old paper, written in brown ink in a cursive script characteristic of administrative writings from the early 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe document features a printed fiscal stamp for 75 centimes, visible on the sheet, as well as several handwritten notes, signatures, and annotations. The layout indicates administrative or legal use, with dense text, ruled or organized lines, margins, and handwritten cross-references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe paper retains a beautiful material presence: old cream tint, original folds, irregular edges, and a brown cord attachment visible on one corner. The ensemble offers an evocative documentary testimony of French written and administrative practice in the early 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDated 1814, this piece belongs to a pivotal period in French history, at the end of the Empire and during the First Restoration. Administrative documents from this period often retain a highly codified writing style, precise legal phrasing, and the use of stamped paper, intended for official acts or civil procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe printed fiscal stamp and the handwritten text give this piece documentary interest, both for administrative history and for the study of old writings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed antique item, sold as is. Paper with age patina, folding marks, foxing, small smudges, ink stains, and handling wear consistent with its age. Some edge irregularities and old marks are visible. The whole retains good general readability and an authentic character as an old document.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide takes particular care in preparing its shipments. The document will be carefully protected for professional shipping, adapted to its fragile nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: [Old handwritten letter administrative 19th century 1814]\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54220711952711,"sku":"50155-696f6a76-0927-4163-864a-2ef5b9ba41d5-PA3.57","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_8f9f0dab-71d3-4a55-9a3f-912f3e2deba7.jpg?v=1782289605"},{"product_id":"lettre-manuscrite-administrative-1813-timbres-fiscaux-papier-verge-xixe","title":"Administrative handwritten letter 1813, fiscal stamps, 19th-century laid paper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOld handwritten administrative letter dated 1813, written in brown ink on antique paper, with printed fiscal stamps and beautiful cursive handwriting characteristic of early 19th-century documents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld handwritten document on laid paper, presented folded, with writing in brown ink on several sides. The piece retains a strong administrative character, with notary mentions, deed formulas, signatures, and accounting notes on the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrinted fiscal stamps bearing the effigy of the French Republic are visible, including a 75-centime stamp and a 25-centime stamp on the pages. The whole presents a layout typical of handwritten documents from this period: wide margins, tight cursive lines, flourishes, additions, and control notations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrench administrative document from the 19th century, dated 1813. This type of document is part of early 19th-century notarial and administrative practice, where acts were handwritten on fiscal stamped paper, with regular cursive script and codified legal formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe document offers an interesting material testimony to French civil administration, at the crossroads of notarial writing, fiscal paper, and documentary practices inherited from the revolutionary and imperial periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed antique document, sold as is. Yellowed paper with age patina, usage folds, foxing, browning, small fragilities and irregularities at the edges. The writing remains largely legible in places, with more faded or blurred areas depending on the pages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging adapted to antique documents. Professional shipping with rigid protection to preserve the paper during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: [Old handwritten administrative letter 19th century 1813]\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54220712837447,"sku":"50156-ebd4a49e-13d2-442e-a4a0-41afa9fcb119-PA3.57","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_6f6e96dd-df91-4f4a-b438-fd9592b08c29.jpg?v=1782289617"},{"product_id":"ensemble-de-lettres-administratives-manuscrites-xixe-1813-plume-timbres-25-c","title":"Set of handwritten administrative letters, 19th century, 1813, quill pen, 25c stamps","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSet of handwritten administrative documents from the early 19th century, written with a quill on antique paper, with cursive script, signatures and visible printed revenue stamps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLot of old handwritten administrative and legal documents, including several folded sheets, written in brown ink on ivory-colored paper. The documents feature beautiful, neat, and regular cursive script typical of the period, with handwritten formulas, numbering, signatures, and filing notations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral printed 25 c. revenue stamps are visible, as well as handwritten dates, notably 1813, with other mentions dated from the early 19th century. The collection suggests acts, declarations, and documents related to administrative or notarial procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDated from the early 19th century, these documents are part of French administrative practice of the time, where private acts, declarations, legal documents, and official correspondence were written with a quill on stamped or fiscalized paper. The 1813 date links the collection to the last years of the First Empire, with visible documentary continuity in the following years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Antique paper with natural patina, usual folds, foxing, small stains, irregular edges, and occasional fragilities due to age. Some writings are paler or partially difficult to read, which is consistent with handwritten documents from this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging adapted to antique documents, with rigid protection to limit stress during transport. Professional shipping provided by AFW - Antique France Worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: [Old handwritten letter administrative 19th century 1813]\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54220714475847,"sku":"50158-d043b685-6de6-4db2-9ff9-dc5083da08bb-PA3.57","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_a5d48dc4-3129-4350-b079-cbca825d4306.jpg?v=1782289652"},{"product_id":"lettre-administrative-manuscrite-1802-consulat-cachet-republique","title":"Handwritten administrative letter 1802, Consulate, Republic stamp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandwritten administrative letter dated 1802, early 19th century, written in brown ink on old paper, with printed \"République Française\" stamp and beautiful period cursive script.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly 19th-century administrative handwritten document, presented on folded old paper, written on both sides in brown ink. The whole retains a dense and regular cursive script, typical of administrative acts and official correspondence of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece bears a printed \"République Française\" stamp visible in the upper part, as well as several handwritten mentions, signatures, and annotations. The date 1802 appears in the transmitted elements and places this document in the early years of the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe paper shows usage folds related to its preservation and circulation, with ink traces, foxing, and natural patina. Red-tinted classification ties or old fasteners are visible at the corners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe year 1802 places this letter in the Consular period, in the aftermath of the French Revolution, when administrative documents still retained strong republican terminology. This type of handwritten correspondence testifies to the daily functioning of administration, notary services, and official exchanges in the early 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed antique item, sold as is. Paper with age patina, marked folds, foxing, stains, small fragilities, and wear at the edges. The writing remains largely present and legible in places, with variations linked to the ink, folds, and natural aging of the support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAFW takes particular care in the preparation of old documents. Adapted protective packaging, professional shipping, and respectful handling of historical papers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: [Old handwritten administrative letter 19th century 1802]\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54220714901831,"sku":"50159-4abe7ea2-7b5a-41b0-9b30-1204f516ed0e-PA3.57","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_b5ea9fc3-0f0e-4ef8-be23-4b27a77445ed.jpg?v=1782289662"},{"product_id":"lettre-administrative-manuscrite-1826-cachets-fiscaux-xixe-siecle","title":"Handwritten administrative letter 1826, fiscal stamps, 19th century","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e19th-century handwritten administrative letter, dated 1826, written in ink on old paper, with fiscal stamps and beautiful period cursive handwriting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld handwritten administrative document, written in French on a large sheet of paper. The whole features regular cursive writing, in brown ink, with several signatures and initials at the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper part is adorned with printed fiscal stamps, including a 75-cent vignette and a circular stamp, accompanied by wavy decorative lines. The text mentions family names, elements of inheritance, movable and immovable property, in the legal and administrative vocabulary of the early 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of handwritten document is part of the administrative and notarial practice of the 19th century, a period during which civil acts, inheritances, partitions, and patrimonial declarations were largely handwritten, often on stamped or fiscalized paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe presence of fiscal stamps and legal formulas gives this document a certain documentary interest, both for family history and for the study of French administrative practices of the early 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed old document, sold as is. Paper shows a natural patina, signs of handling, creases, light foxing, and age marks consistent with its age. Writing is generally legible, with variations in ink and paler areas depending on the passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAFW takes particular care in preparing old objects and collectible documents. Rigid and protective packaging, professional shipping adapted to the fragile nature of old paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: [Old handwritten administrative letter 19th century 1826]\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54220715458887,"sku":"50162-3eb522ee-7cda-48e9-808f-e1a208283d2a-PA3.57","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_cb08b597-1896-4132-a4b1-2e271918435d.jpg?v=1782289673"},{"product_id":"lettre-manuscrite-administrative-1816-papier-timbre-75-c-cachets-xixe","title":"Handwritten administrative letter 1816, 75c stamped paper, 19th-century postmarks","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandwritten administrative letter dated 1816, written in brown ink on old stamped paper, with tax stamps and period cursive writing. A documentary testament from the early 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld 19th-century handwritten administrative document, bearing a legible date of 1816. The piece features regular cursive writing in brown ink, spread over several lines, with flourishes and signatures at the end of the document.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe paper includes an illustrated 75 c tax stamp as well as a printed round stamp, characteristic elements of administrative and legal acts drawn up on stamped paper. Several proper names appear in the text and signatures, including Colombet and Javelle, visible in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDated 1816, this document falls within the Restoration period, at the beginning of the 19th century. Stamped papers were then used to give administrative or legal value to acts, official correspondence, contracts, or handwritten declarations. The presence of the tax stamp, seals, and signatures reinforces the formal nature of this archival piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed old document, sold as is. Paper yellowed by time, with folds, undulations, small stains, scattered foxing, and edge wear consistent with its age. The ink remains well-present and the general composition retains a beautiful decorative and documentary readability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAFW takes particular care in preparing antique objects and archival documents. Shipping is carried out with appropriate protection to preserve the paper during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: [Old handwritten administrative letter 19th century 1816]\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54220715917639,"sku":"50163-55dd37f2-cb35-4efe-8ce2-a5749132f15b-PA3.57","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_81963285-3ccd-4f1e-b2b4-0a9dddb15cdb.jpg?v=1782289681"},{"product_id":"lettre-administrative-manuscrite-1814-sur-papier-verge-cachet-xixe","title":"Handwritten administrative letter 1814 on laid paper, 19th-century stamp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandwritten administrative letter dated 1814, written in ink on antique paper, with a circular stamp and long cursive script. An archival document with the authentic character of the early 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld 19th-century handwritten administrative document, bearing the date 1814 visible at the top. The sheet features dense and regular cursive script in brown ink, characteristic of administrative acts and correspondence from this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe antique paper shows reading and storage folds, as well as a circular stamp printed or affixed to the upper part. Several annotations and marginal notes are visible, reinforcing the documentary nature of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDated 1814, this document is part of the French administrative context of the early 19th century, a period of institutional transition marked by the end of the Empire and the return of the monarchy. Handwritten acts from this era retain a highly codified presentation: quill pen writing, legal formulas, mentions of parties, administrative references, and control stamps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of piece is interesting as much for its historical content as for its materiality: antique paper, oxidized ink, handwritten layout, and signs of use related to the circulation of official documents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed antique document, sold as is. Paper showing natural patina, yellowing, foxing, pronounced folds, small smudges, and edge wear. Some fragilities and small tears at folds or edges may be present, consistent with the age and handling of the sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe writing remains largely visible, with variations in ink intensity and some less legible areas due to the age of the medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAFW takes particular care in preparing antique objects and archival documents. Shipping is carried out with suitable, protective, and professional packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: Old handwritten administrative letter 19th century 1814\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54220716409159,"sku":"50164-3cae5b2d-79c8-4954-8638-015093519070-PA3.57","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_fbc6cd36-cd5b-48ba-ba3a-84c7f55cab85.jpg?v=1782289688"},{"product_id":"lettre-manuscrite-administrative-1814-xixe-papier-timbre-fiscal-france","title":"Handwritten administrative letter 1814 19th century, French fiscal stamped paper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandwritten administrative letter dated 1814, on French fiscal stamped paper, written in brown ink in a cursive script from the early 19th century, with paraphs, old folds and preserved cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld handwritten document consisting of sheets written recto and verso in brown ink, in a beautiful French administrative script. The piece features a structured layout, with wide margins, close lines, numerical mentions, numbered articles, and signatures or paraphs at the end of the text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA 75-centime fiscal stamp is visible, as well as a legible handwritten date: 3.10.1814. The document retains a brown textile cord, a characteristic element of administrative or notarial documents briefly bound for filing purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDated 1814, this manuscript is part of French administrative practices from the early 19th century, a period when acts, official correspondence, inventories, and procedural documents were still largely handwritten on stamped paper. The presence of the fiscal stamp and the structured wording of the text emphasize its administrative nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed antique document, sold as is. Paper showing a natural patina, folds, slight foxing, small signs of use and uneven edges due to age and handling. The ink remains well-preserved, with varying legibility depending on the areas and photographs. The old cord is preserved with signs of wear from use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and professional shipping, adapted to the fragile nature of antique documents. The piece will be protected to best preserve its condition during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: [Antique handwritten administrative letter 19th century 1814]\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54220717785415,"sku":"50166-15f498ed-01c4-44d9-8562-dd86f2bebf9d-PA3.57","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_a53eb005-4eee-4360-9422-5df8f636deba.jpg?v=1782289708"},{"product_id":"lettre-administrative-manuscrite-1814-timbre-fiscal-75-c-xixe","title":"Handwritten administrative letter 1814, tax stamp 75 c., 19th c.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandwritten administrative letter dated 1814, on antique paper in brown ink, enhanced with a 75-centimes printed revenue stamp. A civil document from the early 19th century, with expansive handwriting and neat flourishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld handwritten document, written on several folded sheets, featuring cursive French handwriting characteristic of administrative and legal acts from the early 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper part bears a handwritten inscription dated \"3.10.1814\". The sheet also features a round printed revenue stamp for 75 centimes, with an allegorical figure and the mention \"Empire Français,\" an administrative detail particularly evocative of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe handwritten content includes continuous developments, mentions of sums, accounting annotations, proper nouns, act formulas, signatures, and flourishes. Several passages suggest a context of succession, movable property, or administrative provisions, without a full transcription of the text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDated 1814, this document falls within a pivotal period of French history, between the end of the First Empire and the First Restoration. Administrative acts from this era often retained the forms, stamped papers, and chancery practices inherited from the imperial administration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of piece constitutes material evidence of 19th-century French administrative writing: dense layout, brown ink, long calligraphic ascenders, calculations entered in the margin or in the body of the text, and signatures with large flourishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed antique document, sold as is. Paper with age patina, customary folds, slight foxing, handling marks, irregular edges, and small losses or tears at the extremities. The whole retains good general legibility and an authentic documentary character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging adapted to antique documents, with rigid protection to preserve the sheets during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional shipping carefully prepared by AFW - Antique France Worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: [Antique handwritten letter administrative 19th century 1814]\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54220719063367,"sku":"50167-42316875-bf27-4f10-8771-6d11df76f529-PA3.57","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_907f7e2f-6ead-412b-a1d8-427804c9b3fd.jpg?v=1782289717"},{"product_id":"lettre-administrative-manuscrite-1788-notaire-royal-papier-verge-xviiie","title":"Handwritten administrative letter 1788, royal notary, 18th century laid paper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandwritten administrative document dated November 9, 1788, written in brown ink on old paper. An 18th-century archival piece, with neat cursive handwriting, preserving the lively character of Old Regime notarial documents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld handwritten letter or administrative document from the 18th century, dated 1788. The document is written in ink on old paper, with regular and dense cursive handwriting, characteristic of civil and notarial acts from the end of the Ancien Régime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper part bears the date \"9.11.1788\" as well as a handwritten note opening the act. Several passages evoke an administrative and land framework, with references to a place, a parish, witnesses, annuities, and notarial intervention. The mention of a royal notary is also distinguishable, an element consistent with the legal practice of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole presents a documentary interest due to its handwriting, its legal formulation, and its administrative vocabulary. The sheet retains its old folds, its irregular margins, and the matte texture of period paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDated 1788, this manuscript is part of the administrative practices of the late 18th century, on the eve of the French Revolution. 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Professional shipping with appropriate protection to preserve the paper during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: [Old handwritten administrative letter 19th century 1814]\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54220721619271,"sku":"50171-b8072fa3-1676-4f13-915f-93e52d844c5c-PA3.57","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_b41a7f9a-4d8e-4f3d-8181-d34885ff8be8.jpg?v=1782289757"},{"product_id":"lettre-manuscrite-administrative-xviiie-1771-notaire-royal-teissiere","title":"18th-century handwritten administrative letter, 1771, Royal Notary Teissière","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOld 18th-century handwritten administrative letter, dated December 11, 1771, written in brown ink on old paper, with beautiful cursive script and ornate administrative letterhead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld handwritten document with regular brown ink script, typical of administrative acts and correspondence from the Ancien Régime. The piece features an ornate letterhead visible at the top, as well as several signatures and handwritten notes at the end of the text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe document bears the date 1771, legible within the body of the piece and repeated on a classification note. Several names and mentions appear, particularly in a notarial and administrative context, with a visible reference to a royal notary Teissière in Saint-Genest. A modern transcription or notes sheet accompanies the document, facilitating the identification of certain passages and surnames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of letter or administrative act is part of French documentary practice in the 18th century, before the Revolution, when private acts, receipts, sales, acknowledgments, and local formalities were established by officers, royal notaries, or territorial administrations. The cursive writing, legal formulas, and final signatures fully contribute to the historical character of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed antique document, sold as is. Yellowed paper with foxing, browning, usage creases, edge wear, small tears, and marginal losses due to age. The ink remains present, with varying legibility depending on the areas. Beautiful antique archive appearance, retaining its documentary patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and professional shipping. 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The upper part shows handwritten notes and printed fiscal stamps, including the indications \"Expédition\" (dispatch), \"Enregistré\" (registered), and taxation references, characteristic elements of administrative acts and registration documents of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole offers a composition very evocative of chancery and administrative writings from the early 19th century: long lines in brown ink, marked thick and thin strokes, marginal annotations, and handwritten formulas. The document retains a sober and authentic presence, sought after for documentation work, cabinet decoration, framing, or the constitution of an old archive collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDated 1803, this piece is part of the French administrative context of the early 19th century, a period of institutional transition marked by the structuring of written acts, the use of stamped paper, fiscal registrations, and official dispatches. The visible mentions refer to an administrative or legal circulation document, testifying to the writing and validation practices of acts in post-revolutionary France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed antique item, sold as is. Paper shows natural patina, foxing, handling marks, folds, edge wear, and small fragilities consistent with age and the nature of the medium. The ink remains legible in places, with variations in intensity and marks of time that contribute to the documentary character of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging adapted to old documents, with rigid protection to preserve the paper during transport. 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A French document of an accounting and estate nature, with cursive script and a marked historical presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOld handwritten document presented on a period paper sheet, with cursive writing in brown ink. The piece bears a legible date at the top, \"1.9.1797\", and appears as a statement or administrative document mentioning sums, due dates, and references to an estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe layout, structured in successive lines, evokes a private or notarial management document: accounts, promises of payment, capital, interest, and mentions of people. Several passages remain legible, notably \"Bordereau\" (statement), \"Colombet\", \"succession\" (estate), and various sums entered in the margin or in the body of the text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe paper has irregular edges, an old oxidized cream tint, and traces of folding, characteristic of handwritten documents kept unbound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDated 1797, this manuscript belongs to the late 18th century, under the Directory. This post-revolutionary period still saw many private acts, credit notes, estate statements, and handwritten administrative documents circulating, before the gradual generalization of more standardized printed forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of document constitutes material evidence of daily administration, heritage management, and legal or accounting writing from the late 18th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsed antique item, sold as is. Paper showing a natural patina, foxing, old stains, folds, small irregularities and edge wear due to age and handling. The ink retains good visual presence, with some areas more faded or less legible depending on the passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging adapted to antique documents. Professional shipping with rigid protection to preserve the sheet during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: [Old handwritten administrative letter 18th century 1797]\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54220731711815,"sku":"50148-66b9ca0f-62a5-4142-8169-05326a3f27c4-PA3.57","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_57c29c14-83d4-4595-b614-158acadf554b.jpg?v=1782289858"},{"product_id":"lettre-manuscrite-administrative-1813-papier-timbre-xixe-cachet-fiscal-75-c","title":"1813 administrative handwritten letter, 19th century stamped paper, 75 centimes tax stamp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e19th-century handwritten administrative letter, dated 1813, written in brown ink on old paper with a printed 75-cent tax stamp. A documentary piece with sober charm, featuring beautiful cursive handwriting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld handwritten document on ivory-toned paper, featuring regular administrative writing, with long cursive lines and neat flourishes. The sheet bears a printed tax stamp with the mention \"REP. FRA.\" and the rate \"75 cen,\" a characteristic element of stamped papers used for official acts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe layout, the density of the text, and the visible signatures suggest an administrative or notarial document, with appearance formulas, mentions of individuals, and clauses written in the legal vocabulary of the time. Presence of old folds, annotations, and handwritten parts on the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDated 1813, this document belongs to the early 19th century, a period when administrative exchanges, private acts, and notarial minutes were still largely handwritten on stamped paper. The tax stamp attests to the official use of the medium and gives the whole a documentary interest related to French administrative practices of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed antique item, sold as is. Paper with natural patina, foxing, small stains, fold marks, uneven edges, and slight age-related wear. The writing remains clearly visible and legible in the photographed areas, with a beautiful antique archive appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging adapted to old documents. Professional shipping with rigid protection to preserve the paper during transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: [Old handwritten administrative letter 19th century 1813]\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54220732301639,"sku":"50160-ac9b793e-9108-45b2-8c70-868f798c7e23-PA3.57","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_f364dc01-9660-4c6c-ad96-37383e271e5d.jpg?v=1782289866"},{"product_id":"ancienne-lettre-manuscrite-administrative-xixe-papier-timbre-1813-signatures","title":"Old handwritten administrative letter from the 19th century, watermarked paper 1813, signatures","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOld 19th-century French administrative handwritten letter, written with a quill pen on antique paper, with a tax stamp, cursive script, initials, and signatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandwritten administrative document, dated within the text to the early 19th century, specifically mentioning 1808 and 1813. The whole features beautiful cursive script in brown ink, organized in regular lines, with traced margins, cross-references, annotations, and numbering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe document includes a 75-centime printed tax stamp, as well as several signatures and initials visible at the end of the sheet. The content shows mentions related to acts, notes, receipts, acknowledgments, and inventory items, using administrative and legal vocabulary specific to the writings of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContext\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of handwritten document is part of 19th-century French administrative practice, where acts, extracts, acknowledgments, and procedural documents were written with a quill pen on stamped paper. The layout, chancery formulas, elaborate signatures, and cursive calligraphy attest to the official or semi-official use of the document.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed antique document, sold as is. Yellowed paper with age patina, usage folds, foxing, small stains, dirt, and visible marginal wear. Some fragilities and handling marks consistent with the age of the paper, without detracting from the decorative and documentary character of the whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging, suitable for antique documents and fragile papers. 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The set includes numerous letters, postcards, and stamped envelopes, some with illustrated postmarks, thematic cancellations, vignettes, and illustrations related to the oil sector. Dominant colors are white and beige, with various industrial motifs, logos, and oil-related scenes clearly visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe item is \u003cb\u003esecond-hand and sold as-is\u003c\/b\u003e. There are signs of wear, age, folds, and various marks on some correspondence, visible in the photo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Thematic philately on oil traces industrial history and major energy discoveries around the world, through official, commemorative, or promotional correspondence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis lot is intended for collectors, thematic philately enthusiasts, industrial history buffs, or anyone wishing to enrich a specialized collection. 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The lot includes numerous period envelopes, sent between the 1960s and 1970s, franked with various colorful stamps and postmarked, all hand-addressed, with official notations and visible seals. The envelopes are medium to large format, made of Kraft paper, with stamps depicting various themes and \"République Gabonaise\" (Gabonese Republic) mentions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Used item, sold as is. Signs of wear, age marks, slight stains and possible creases, consistent with the age of the envelopes. The set is as shown in the photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Philatelic letters from the Post and Telecommunications Office are highly sought after by collectors for their specific stamps, postmarks, and postal history related to the Gabonese administration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for stamp collectors, lovers of old mail, or enthusiasts of African postal history. Perfect for enriching a collection or offering to a philately enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping, careful packaging, and tracked delivery by a professional AFW seller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: Gabonese philately, antique envelopes, African stamps, postal history, vintage mail, stamp collection, official letters, collectibles\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54221541081415,"sku":"00413362-ad8f-44f4-9449-9599bb09823d-PA5.29","price":48.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_7933ba0e-d8bb-4f89-9254-4fbdb7e20838.jpg?v=1782297448"},{"product_id":"ancien-lot-12-cartes-postales-mont-de-marsan-vintage-sites-et-monuments-etui-c","title":"Vintage lot of 12 Mont-de-Marsan postcards, Sites and Monuments, case c","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormer lot of 12 vintage Mont-de-Marsan postcards, presented in their original cardboard case. The set highlights the city's sites and monuments, with an illustrated cover \"Mont-de-Marsan - Sites et Monuments\" and the mention \"Bromotypie Gautreau, Langon (Gironde)\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cardboard case shows moderate signs of wear from use, including some visible marks and traces on the edges. The blue print remains clear and legible. The cards inside appear well-preserved, with a first card titled \"Panorama vu du Quai Silegy\" partially visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUsed item, sold as is.\u003c\/b\u003e Traces of time are present, typical of antique objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Mont-de-Marsan, located in the Landes region, is renowned for its architectural heritage, and old postcards offer valuable insight into the evolution of the city and its monuments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for collectors of antique postcards, lovers of regional heritage, or to complete a collection on the Landes region. Also suitable as an original gift idea for local history enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAFW guarantees careful packaging, fast shipping, and professional service for every order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique postcards, Mont-de-Marsan, Landes heritage, vintage collection, historical sites, postcard lot, regional souvenirs, card\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54221545734471,"sku":"303f23c9-8aa6-4981-8b4d-6f7d2a72e541-PA0.53","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_af5bb386-b1f0-4b7e-a8e4-bb213e22d4d8.jpg?v=1782297512"},{"product_id":"vintage-fdc-vietnam-1966-unesco-20e-anniversaire-timbres-premier-jour","title":"Vintage FDC Vietnam 1966 UNESCO 20th Anniversary, first day stamps","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage \"First Day Cover\" (FDC) from Vietnam, issued on December 15, 1966, to commemorate UNESCO's 20th anniversary. The envelope features three colorful commemorative stamps (blue, pink, red) and \"First Day\" postmarks from Saigon. The design shows the Eiffel Tower and the UNESCO logo on a yellow background, with inscriptions in Vietnamese and French.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Used item, sold as is. The envelope shows light signs of wear consistent with its age, with no apparent major tears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e FDCs (First Day Covers) are highly sought after by philatelists because they mark the official issuance of a stamp and are often produced in limited quantities for historical events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for stamp or antique postal item collectors, history enthusiasts, or ideal as an original gift for a philately lover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAFW guarantees careful packaging and fast shipping. Professionalism and tracking assured at every step of the order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: philatelic envelope, Vietnam stamp, UNESCO FDC, stamp collection, antique post, Saigon souvenir, first day issue, vintage item\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54221552582983,"sku":"759fae97-79c4-494b-a98a-b07cd27be4b2-PA0.04","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_53dc48dc-5bfa-4bc6-b759-bad0daf3dd8c.jpg?v=1782297580"},{"product_id":"ancien-fdc-vietnam-1968-timbres-ruraux-premier-jour-enveloppe-illustree","title":"Former FDC Vietnam 1968 rural stamps, first day, illustrated envelope","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFirst Day Cover (FDC) issued in Vietnam on January 26, 1968, dedicated to rural development. It features four colorful agricultural-themed stamps, all postmarked with a Saigon postmark on the issue date. Original illustration of a green tractor and inscriptions in Vietnamese and French.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Used item, sold as is. The envelope shows slight handling marks, with no visible tears. Stamps and postmarks are clear, colors well-preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Vietnamese First Day Covers from this period are highly sought after as they reflect rural modernization campaigns and the country's postal history during the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis item is for stamp collectors, Vietnamese philately enthusiasts, or postal history buffs. Ideal for completing a collection or as a gift for a vintage item lover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAFW guarantees careful packaging and fast shipping. Professional seller at your service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: FDC Vietnam, First Day Cover, agricultural stamps, philately collection, postal history, Saigon 1968, vintage postal, illustrated envelope\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54221552714055,"sku":"b97ee271-5f9b-4d81-a415-6df12dee3fa8-PA0.04","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_59a24c22-e741-4793-b655-5f23de101051.jpg?v=1782297583"},{"product_id":"vintage-fdc-vietnam-1968-edification-rurale-enveloppe-1er-jour-timbres-illustre","title":"Vintage FDC Vietnam 1968 Rural Development, illustrated first day cover stamps","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage First Day Cover (FDC) issued on January 26, 1968, in Vietnam, dedicated to rural construction. This FDC features four colorful stamps on the theme of rural development, with agricultural illustrations and period \"Saigon\" postmarks. The envelope displays a tractor and rural landscape motif, with bilingual French\/Vietnamese inscriptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Used item, sold as is. The envelope shows slight handling marks consistent with its age, with no visible tears. The stamps and postmarks are clear and well-preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Vietnamese FDCs from the 1960s bear witness to the postal history of a period marked by rural reconstruction and social changes in Vietnam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for stamp collectors, postal history enthusiasts, or those seeking an original and authentic gift related to Vietnam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAFW ensures careful packaging and fast shipping. Professional seller, available for your questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, Vietnam 1968, FDC collection, agricultural stamps, philately, Saigon postmark, vintage letter, vintage item\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54221552845127,"sku":"94089b1e-6dd3-4f2d-b43d-ab5cb7802051-PA0.04","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_465eba8d-6753-4a93-b833-9c96767b25ab.jpg?v=1782297587"},{"product_id":"ancienne-enveloppe-fdc-vietnam-1966-unesco-timbres-premier-jour-vintage","title":"Vintage FDC envelope Vietnam 1966 UNESCO first day stamps","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVintage \"First Day Cover\" (FDC) from Vietnam, dated December 15, 1966, celebrating UNESCO's 20th anniversary (1946-1966). The envelope features three commemorative stamps, each postmarked with the first day cancellation in Saigon. Colorful illustrations depicting globes and the UNESCO emblem, with inscriptions in French and Vietnamese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Used item, sold as is. The envelope shows signs of age and handling visible in the photo. The corners are clean, the colors remain vibrant, and the cancellations are well-struck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e FDCs (First Day Covers) are sought after by collectors because they immortalize the first official issue of a stamp or series. This one bears witness to Vietnam's postal and cultural history during the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTarget Audience:\u003c\/b\u003e Ideal for stamp collectors, Asian philately enthusiasts, or those interested in UNESCO-related items. Perfect for enriching a thematic collection or as a gift for a postal history buff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping are guaranteed by a professional seller. Your item will be protected to ensure its integrity during transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC Vietnam, UNESCO stamps, antique philately, stamp collection, postal history, Vietnam 1966, vintage item\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54221552943431,"sku":"5edf68b6-638f-43a4-9dbc-15c1c1e72b4d-PA0.04","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_7b176b7e-d003-421f-b17e-aeebde857ff9.jpg?v=1782297590"},{"product_id":"ancienne-enveloppe-fdc-vietnam-1966-timbres-illustres-lutte-reconstruction","title":"Old FDC envelope Vietnam 1966 illustrated stamps struggle reconstruction","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Vietnamese First Day Cover (FDC), dated 1.11.1966, depicting a scene of struggle and reconstruction. It features several period stamps with colorful visuals representing historical figures, workers, and symbols of reconstruction, as well as \"SAIGON\" postmarks. Dominant colors: red, yellow, brown, and purple. Inscriptions in Vietnamese and French are visible on the letter and stamps. Some signs of age-related wear are visible on the edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Used item, sold as is. 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The envelope features a colorful visual with stylized characters in orange, pink, and purple, accompanied by inscriptions in Vietnamese and English. The postmarks are clearly visible, mentioning \"SAIGON\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Used item, sold as is. The envelope shows slight signs of handling and wear consistent with its age, but remains in overall good visual condition for collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e FDCs from Vietnam from this period bear witness to a history marked by reconstruction and social commitment, reflected in the stamp designs and illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for stamp collectors, postal history enthusiasts, or lovers of vintage Asian items. Ideal for enriching a collection or as a gift for a philately enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCareful and fast shipping guaranteed by a professional seller. 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The envelope features colorful motifs: a mural, marching soldiers, and various visuals typical of the era. The stamps bear inscriptions in Vietnamese and French, with a postmark dated 11-1-1969 in Saigon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Some signs of wear and age-related marks are visible, particularly on the edges and surface, but the overall item remains legible and well-preserved for a collector's piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e FDCs (First Day Covers) are highly sought after by philatelists because they bear witness to historical events or key moments in a country. This envelope evokes the period of Vietnam's reconstruction in the late 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for stamp collectors, postal history enthusiasts, or to complete a thematic collection on Asia or the Vietnam War. Also suitable as an original gift for a philately lover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging, fast and tracked shipping. 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Illustrated with a microwave station motif in Saigon with antennas and waves, it features two period stamps depicting telecommunication towers and infrastructure. The item has legible postmarks and inscriptions in Vietnamese and French.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsed condition, with light visible wear on the envelope, age-related marks, sold as is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e FDCs (First Day Covers) are highly sought after for their historical value, as they commemorate the issuance of a stamp and reflect the technological context of their time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for philatelic collectors, postal history enthusiasts, or lovers of Vietnam memorabilia. Perfect for completing a collection or as a gift for a vintage item enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAFW guarantees careful packaging and fast shipping. Professional sale for a reliable purchasing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: FDC Vietnam, first day cover, old stamps, philately collection, Saigon, microwave, antenna, vintage postal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54221553762631,"sku":"01bc753b-2baa-4ad7-bcb4-39dfa3e85d28-PA0.04","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_250fca5e-5e92-4bca-8c5a-85ca69b45811.jpg?v=1782297610"},{"product_id":"vintage-fdc-vietnam-1965-enseignement-superieur-1er-jour-4-timbres-colores","title":"Vintage FDC Vietnam 1965 Higher Education First Day, 4 colorful stamps","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst Day Cover (FDC) from Vietnam, dated October 15, 1965, illustrated with a motif on higher education. The envelope features four colorful stamps (green, purple, red, and blue) with a \"SAIGON\" postmark. Illustration depicting a Vietnamese female student and a modern building, with inscriptions in French and Vietnamese clearly visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition: \u003c\/b\u003eUsed item sold as is. Minor signs of wear, slightly worn corners, stamps and postmarks clearly legible. See photo for more details on visual condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e FDCs (First Day Covers) are highly sought after by collectors because they commemorate an important postal issue date. This one evokes the evolution of higher education in Vietnam in the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for philately enthusiasts, collectors of Asian stamps or postal history, or as a unique gift for a vintage item lover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAFW guarantees careful packaging and fast shipping. 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