{"product_id":"ancienne-enveloppe-obliteree-debut-xxe-france-salonique-philatelie-vintage","title":"Early 20th century postmarked envelope France Salonica vintage philately","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectible old postmarked envelope, dated from the early 20th century, from France. The envelope is addressed to Autun (Saône-et-Loire) and bears the handwritten mention \"Salonique\", as well as a visible postmark in the upper right corner. The writing is period, in black ink, on paper patinated by time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Used item sold as is, with visible signs of wear, small stains, and creases. The envelope has an opening at the top and some marks related to its age, but remains legible and interesting for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Salonica (Thessaloniki) was a strategic point for postal exchanges during World War I, particularly for the correspondence of French soldiers and expatriates. This type of envelope bears witness to the historical ties between France and the Balkan region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for philatelic collectors, postal history enthusiasts, or lovers of antique memorabilia. Perfect for completing a collection or offering an original gift to a history buff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAFW guarantees careful packaging, fast shipping, and professional service for every order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Ref 7)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique envelope, vintage correspondence, postmark, postal history, France early 20th century, philately, Salonica, antique mail collection\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54490446594375,"sku":null,"price":2.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_17d9e725-f7b7-4667-bf9d-6b4dbb886e55.jpg?v=1785648186","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/ancienne-enveloppe-obliteree-debut-xxe-france-salonique-philatelie-vintage","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}