Ariane V FDC first day cover with carp stamp and space postmark

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Illustrated first day cover (FDC) philatelic envelope, dedicated to the Ariane V launch, with a French stamp depicting a carp and official postmarks related to the space event. The envelope features an illustration of a satellite viewed from space and Earth, as well as several inscriptions including "European Space Agency (ESA)" and "Eutelsat 2".

Condition: Used item, in good overall condition, with slight signs of wear visible on the edges. The postmarks, stamp, and illustrations are clear and well-preserved.

Did you know? First day covers (FDCs) mark the official issuance of a stamp and are often associated with significant events, such as the launch of an Ariane rocket in this case.

Perfect as an original gift or for decorating an office, an educational space, or for anyone interested in space or modern philately.

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Keywords: first day cover, FDC, Ariane, fish stamp, ESA, space postmark, Eutelsat, French philately