{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-bagnoles-de-l-orne-1967-timbre-philatelie-fdc","title":"First Day Cover Bagnoles de l'Orne 1967 stamp 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) visible in a transparent protective sleeve, illustrated on the front with a colorful artistic representation of a statue or allegory related to the spa town of Bagnoles de l'Orne, in Normandy. There is a predominance of beige, light blue, and black, with golden or gold-colored touches on the frame of the motif. The printed inscription reads: \"Bagnoles de l'Orne Spa Resort - Pearl of Normandy\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe stamp affixed to the envelope shows a stylized view of the spa town, with architectural and landscape details in blue-green and beige tones. Two round postmarks are clearly visible, inscribed \"Premier jour d'émission Bagnoles de l'Orne (Orne) 6 MAI 67\" (First day of issue Bagnoles de l'Orne (Orne) MAY 6, 1967), with the stamp canceled on the same date. The envelope also bears the inscription \"Premier Jour d'Émission Historique FDC N°573\" (Historical First Day of Issue FDC No. 573) printed in the upper right corner of the main illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ensemble presents a neat and clean visual appearance, typical of First Day Cover (FDC) philatelic envelopes. No major defects are visible on the front, as it is protected by a transparent plastic sleeve. A small handwritten label \"101\" is affixed to the lower left corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis envelope is intended for philately enthusiasts looking for illustrated postal souvenirs related to French regional and spa history. It is distinguished by its artistic illustration, its commemorative postmark from May 6, 1967, and its stamp corresponding to the Bagnoles de l'Orne resort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item. First Day Cover in good apparent condition, preserved in a plastic sleeve. Slight signs of handling possible on the packaging, no major defects visible on the front. Sold as is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \"First Day Cover\" (FDC) envelopes are specially issued to mark the official release of a stamp. Each \"first day\" postmark is applied only on the date and at the place of issue of the stamp, which gives these envelopes a particular documentary and thematic value in postal history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping by a professional seller specializing in philately and French historical objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC, Bagnoles de l'Orne stamp, French philately, commemorative postmark, postal souvenir, First Day Cover, 1967 cancellation, spa stamp, regional illustration, illustrated envelope, French post\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54331290157383,"sku":"51575-8612ea0d-4537-4a57-93f9-5ad9b521b15d-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_bb245309-aa8f-42f2-ac5d-6c1ab0e06597.jpg?v=1783888630","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-bagnoles-de-l-orne-1967-timbre-philatelie-fdc","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}