{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-armistice-1918-1968-philatelie-compiegne-retondes","title":"First Day Cover Armistice 1918 1968 philately Compiègne Retondes","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\u003eThis illustrated envelope, visible in the photo, is a \"First Day of Issue\" specimen commemorating the 50th anniversary of the 1918 Armistice. The item features a multicolored design blending blue, yellow, and burgundy, with a stylized representation of Marshal Foch and a commemorative site of the Rethondes clearing in Compiègne, an emblematic location for the signing of the armistice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"First Day\" postal cancellation is clearly applied twice on the front, with the inscription \"40ème Anniversaire de l'Armistice Compiègne - Rethondes\". The stamp, with a face value of 0.15 francs, features botanical motifs and the caption \"1918-1968 Première Journée d'émission\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe typed shipping address is visible at the bottom left: \"Monsieur E. X..., 22 Rue des Fontenelles, Le Mans\". The envelope is preserved under plastic film, which maintains its overall presentation while showing some reflections on the image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe graphic elements, illustration style, and typography are characteristic of the late 1960s, consistent with the explicitly legible issue date (1968). No details of the back or interior are visible in the photo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed envelope, preserved under plastic protection. The overall condition appears good based on the visible side, with no major tears or stains apparent. Reflections and creases from the plastic film are visible in the photo but do not seem to affect the envelope itself. Sold as is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \nThe Rethondes clearing, near Compiègne, is the historical site where the armistice of November 11, 1918, ending the First World War, was signed. Since then, this location has been the subject of numerous commemorations and significant philatelic issues in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging guaranteed by a specialized professional seller. Feel free to browse our other philatelic items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC, philately France, commemorative stamp, Armistice 1918, Compiègne Rethondes, 1968 philately, cover France, first day cancellation, illustrated envelope, France postage stamp, first day cover\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54327924654407,"sku":"51475-71322af9-2381-4231-85e3-143b2613c244-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_7a6cb158-4e56-4e1c-a8a1-734c86ced463.jpg?v=1783802334","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-armistice-1918-1968-philatelie-compiegne-retondes","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}