Early 20th century postmarked envelope philately Grenoble Lyon vintage

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An old postmarked envelope, dating from the early 20th century, sent from Grenoble to Lyon. Visible on the front: a 50c red stamp of the French Republic, legible postmarks, and a handwritten inscription in black ink. Purple commercial stamp "mercerie quillaud, 6 grande rue - Grenoble". Perfect for philately or French postal history enthusiasts.

Condition: Used item sold as is. The envelope shows signs of wear, slightly blunted corners, clear cancellation marks. The writing and stamps remain clearly legible.

Did you know? Old postmarked envelopes bear witness to the history of postal and commercial exchanges. They are valuable for tracing routes, local businesses, and daily life in the early 20th century.

Ideal for collectors of stamps, old envelopes, postal history, or to complete a collection dedicated to antique correspondence. Also suitable as an original gift idea for an enthusiast.

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Keywords: antique envelope, Grenoble cancellation, French philately, vintage stamp, historical mail, postal collection, antique correspondence, postmark