{"product_id":"enveloppe-fdc-premier-jour-1969-mont-mouchet-combats-saint-flour-philatelie","title":"FDC First Day Cover 1969 Mont Mouchet Combats Saint-Flour Philately","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 a transparent plastic sleeve, from a \"First Day of Issue\" (FDC – First Day Cover) dated June 7, 1969. This envelope commemorates the battles of Mont Mouchet in Auvergne during World War II. On the front, a color illustration depicts the Mont Mouchet monument, with two sculpted figures and the FFI (French Forces of the Interior) insignia engraved on the base. A red and gold coat of arms is also printed on the right side of the illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTwo round postmarks are clearly visible, bearing the inscription \"COMBATS DU MONT MOUCHET PREMIER JOUR 7 JUIN 1969 15. SAINT-FLOUR,\" as well as a stylized symbol resembling the FFI logo. The postage stamp corresponding to this issue is properly affixed, although partially obscured by the sleeve, confirming the philatelic nature of this FDC envelope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe envelope bears the red inscription \"PREMIER JOUR D’ÉMISSION No 665 HISTORIQUE – F.D.C.\" at the top right, and \"MONUMENT DU MONT MOUCHET MAQUIS D’AUVERGNE\" below the illustration. The illustrator's signature, \"H. Sion,\" is visible on the left side of the drawing. A red \"Philatelie\" stamp is also printed at the bottom left.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one side is visible; the back and internal contents are not visible in the photo. A handwritten label with the number \"126\" is present on the plastic sleeve, with no further indication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall condition appears good on the observed side: colors are vibrant, printing is sharp, and no major tears or stains are visible through the sleeve, although a slight creasing of the plastic is perceptible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Protective plastic sleeve present, light creases visible on the plastic, envelope well-preserved on the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Mont Mouchet, located in Auvergne, was a key site of the French Resistance during World War II. In June 1944, significant battles took place there between FFI maquisards and German troops, making the site a symbol of the struggle for freedom in France. Specific philatelic issues regularly commemorate these historical events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping ensured by a professional seller specializing in philately and historical items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC France, historical philately, Mont Mouchet, 1944 battles, Saint-Flour 1969, commemorative stamp, Maquis Auvergne, H. Sion illustration, First Day Cover, postmark envelope, philatelic issue\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54323580076359,"sku":"51349-a2aa0585-ef4d-4d2f-b1ce-a4a023b3a8f6-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_5b49aa56-7ab7-4a27-a79a-a50d03b7778c.jpg?v=1783714050","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-fdc-premier-jour-1969-mont-mouchet-combats-saint-flour-philatelie","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}