First Day Cover Amboise Le Clos Lucé philately stamp 10F castle

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Description

First Day Cover (FDC) philatelic envelope illustrated with a view of the Château du Clos Lucé in Amboise. On the front, a colorful vignette occupies the left side, faithfully depicting the architecture of Clos Lucé, with its sloped roofs, mullioned windows, and light stone and brick walls, under a cloudy blue sky. The inscription "AMBOISE" is at the top, and "LE CLOS LUCÉ" at the bottom, printed in green letters, framing the image in a dark green border.

The right side of the envelope features two "PREMIER JOUR D’ÉMISSION" (First Day Cover) postmarks, clearly marked "AMBOISE" and dated. These postmarks include a stylized reproduction of the castle, as well as a blue and black inscription. A "10F" (francs) postage stamp is affixed to the bottom right, clearly visible, confirming the philatelic and commemorative nature of the item.

The entire item is protected by a transparent plastic sleeve, visible in the photo, ensuring the preservation of the envelope's condition. The white cardboard backing makes the colors of the visual and postmarks stand out. No major defects are visible on the displayed side; the image, text, and stamps are clear and without apparent alteration.

The graphic and typographic elements evoke a French commemorative issue, dedicated to a major historical site in the Centre-Val de Loire region, known for having been Leonardo da Vinci's last residence. This first-day cover is typical of philatelic souvenirs issued when a new stamp is released, highly sought after for their official postmark and meticulous illustration.

This envelope is a representative example of French philatelic products, combining heritage illustration, commemorative stamp, and first-day postmark, all in a neat and protected presentation.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible side shows good preservation, with no noticeable signs of wear, protected by a plastic sleeve.

Did you know? Clos Lucé in Amboise is famous for having hosted Leonardo da Vinci at the end of his life, from 1516 to 1519. Today, this castle-museum traces the life and work of the Italian master through exhibitions and models of his inventions, making the site a major heritage landmark of the Renaissance in France.

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