{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-6-juin-1944-parachutistes-ffl-paris-1969-philatelie","title":"First Day Cover June 6, 1944 Paratroopers FFL Paris 1969 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 First Day Cover (FDC) envelope, visible under transparent plastic, dedicated to the commemoration of June 6, 1944. This commemorative envelope features SAS paratroopers and commandos of the Free French Forces (F.F.L.), with a colorful graphic illustration showing paratroopers, landing craft, and soldiers in action. The entire scene evokes the Normandy Landings, a major event of World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe envelope features a golden \"PREMIER JOUR D'ÉMISSION – FIRST DAY COVER\" stamp on the top right, as well as a stylized illustration in grey, red, and ocher on the left side. Two round postmarks are affixed, both dated May 31, 1969, in Paris, bearing the inscription \"PARACHUTISTES S.A.S. ET COMMANDOS F.F.L. PREMIER JOUR\" (SAS PARATROOPERS AND F.F.L. COMMANDOS FIRST DAY) and the paratrooper wings emblem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA French postage stamp is visible on the right, canceled by the First Day postmarks. The stamp's visual seems to depict a military scene, but the precise details of the stamp are not entirely visible under the plastic. The envelope also bears a handwritten label \"12F\" on the lower right corner, likely an old price indication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe graphics, typography, and subject are typical of commemorative envelopes issued for major historical anniversaries. The First Day postmark attests to its philatelic authenticity and its issue date.\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 under plastic protection; the visible front shows good overall condition, with no apparent tears or major marks, but slight handling marks or creases may be present under the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \nFirst Day Covers (FDC) are philatelic items specially produced to mark the official release of a new stamp. They are often illustrated and canceled with the postmark from the very day the stamp is put into circulation, making them sought-after pieces for documenting postal history and major events. The May 31, 1969 postmark here commemorates the 25th anniversary of the Normandy Landings.\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 philatelic and historical items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC, parachutists FFL, commemorative June 6 1944, D-Day stamp, illustrated envelope, philately France, SAS commandos, Paris 1969, special postmark, stamp cover, envelope WWII\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54325745025351,"sku":"51432-9f5026fc-df97-4f5f-9e43-ccd12f644026-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_2456919c-1fa7-45b5-8a99-a56bd356e8ae.jpg?v=1783776538","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-6-juin-1944-parachutistes-ffl-paris-1969-philatelie","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}