{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-1970-observatoire-haute-provence-philatelie-fdc","title":"First Day Cover 1970 Haute-Provence Observatory philately 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\u003eFirst Day Cover (FDC) envelope, illustrated with a large colour photographic reproduction of the Observatoire de Haute-Provence. The vignette depicts the main building with its distinctive dome, against a blue sky, surrounded by a serrated gold-patterned frame. The caption at the top of the illustration reads: \"OBSERVATOIRE DE HAUTE PROVENCE\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the center of the envelope is a perfectly legible black commemorative postmark, bearing the inscription \"PREMIER JOUR D'ÉMISSION \/ 4 JUIL. 1970 \/ O.S. St MICHEL - OBSERVATOIRE (B.-A.)\". A second red postmark \"FIRST DAY COVER \/ DÉPOSÉE\" appears at the top right. The trilingual inscription \"PREMIER JOUR D'ÉMISSION \/ FIRST DAY COVER\" is printed in red at the bottom left of the visible side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe envelope is held in a transparent plastic presentation sleeve, protecting it from dust and moisture. The paper appears to be in good condition, with no visible tears or creases on the photographed side. A small handwritten coupon, bearing the inscription \"12f\", is affixed to the sleeve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe stamp is not distinctly visible in this photo, but the ensemble presents the characteristic elements of French commemorative philatelic envelopes from the 1970s, with a neat visual and official mentions in French and English.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecond-hand item sold as is. The envelope appears well preserved with clear inscriptions, no apparent stains or creases on the visible side. Presented in a transparent plastic sleeve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Observatoire de Haute-Provence, inaugurated in 1937, is one of the largest astronomical observatories in France. It notably hosted the discovery of the first exoplanet in 1995, a major event in the history of astronomy.\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 specialized in philatelic and historical items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC, First Day Cover, Observatoire Haute-Provence, French philately, commemorative postmark, 1970, French stamp, illustrated letter, philately, commemorative envelope, special issue, St Michel l'Observatoire\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54324628816199,"sku":"51402-8f3f4f0c-3239-4923-8f16-da034d10a2a0-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_872ae444-cb77-469c-9f28-52c1348688e4.jpg?v=1783758811","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-1970-observatoire-haute-provence-philatelie-fdc","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}