{"product_id":"enveloppe-1er-jour-strasbourg-statue-lezay-marnesia-philatelie-cachet-fdc","title":"Strasbourg Lezay-Marnesia statue first day cover philately postmark FDC","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIllustrated philatelic envelope, visible under clear plastic protection. This is a first-day cover (FDC), as indicated by the printed mentions \"PREMIER JOUR D'ÉMISSION\" (First Day of Issue) and the legible round stamp \"PREMIER JOUR 750e ANNIV. FONDATEUR ÉCOLE NORM. STRASBOURG\" (First Day 750th Anniversary Founder Normal School Strasbourg). On the left side is a monochrome illustration in shades of violet and blue, depicting the statue of Prefect Lezay-Marnesia in front of a panorama of Strasbourg, identifiable by the silhouette of the cathedral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe envelope features a postmarked stamp with a blue ink first-day cancellation, partially visible under the plastic film. The inscriptions and visual are clear, with a typical layout for French commemorative philatelic issues. The address or other handwritten elements are not visible on the side shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface of the envelope is protected by a transparent plastic sleeve, which limits reflections and preserves the condition of the paper. In the lower right corner, a white square contains a handwritten indication \"10F\", likely an old face value or a reference price. The overall condition appears to be good, with no tears or significant folds visible on the exposed side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe graphic design of the vignette is reminiscent of French philatelic productions from the second half of the 20th century, with an engraving style and a pastel palette. The mentions \"HISTORIQUE\" (HISTORICAL) and \"PRÉFET LEZAY-MARNESIA Fondateur de l’École Normale de Strasbourg\" (PREFECT LEZAY-MARNESIA Founder of the Normal School of Strasbourg) confirm the commemorative nature of this issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible details suggest an envelope dedicated to a specific philatelic event in Strasbourg, related to the history of education or local administration. No major defects are observable on the front side under protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is. The envelope is protected by a plastic sleeve. The visible side shows no major apparent defects, wear, or significant creases. The handwritten \"10F\" is visible at the bottom right on the sleeve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The mention \"Premier Jour d’Émission\" (FDC, First Day Cover) refers to an envelope franked and cancelled on the very day a stamp is officially released. These envelopes are often illustrated and commemorate significant events or personalities. Strasbourg is a historic site for French postal history, with many special issues related to its heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping guaranteed by a professional seller. Each item is handled with care to ensure its safety until you receive it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC Strasbourg, philately France, commemorative postmark, cancelled stamp, Lezay-Marnesia, normal school Strasbourg, philatelic issue, Strasbourg stamp, cover France, philately, first day cover\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54330981187911,"sku":"51565-45e1f23f-908d-4776-b9dc-8f109ce95e79-PA0.15","price":1.39,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_aaf219b8-0971-4cc8-9104-3aa5c5cf2811.jpg?v=1783882630","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-1er-jour-strasbourg-statue-lezay-marnesia-philatelie-cachet-fdc","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}