Early 20th century postmarked envelope Laurent Girard philatélie Lyon (Ref 6)

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An old commercial envelope from the early 20th century, postmarked and sent by the wholesale haberdashery-hosiery Laurent Girard in Saint-Chamond (Loire), addressed to Lyon. Red 50-centime stamp with a legible postmark, printed sender's inscription, and handwritten address in ink.

Condition: Used item with visible signs of wear and handling on the envelope: slightly blunted corners, paper patina, well-preserved stamp, sold as is.

Did you know? Old commercial envelopes offer valuable insight into epistolary exchanges and local economic life, especially in the textile sector, a key industry in the Lyon region in the early 20th century.

Ideal for philately collectors, postal history enthusiasts, or lovers of antique objects. Perfect for completing a collection or offering an original gift to a regional history buff.

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Keywords: old envelope, French philately, early 20th century stamp, Lyon correspondence, postal history, textile collection, vintage stationery, Saint-Chamond