First Day Cover Charlemagne Noyon philately SCOTEM stamp 0.60

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Description

First Day Cover, illustrated with a French stamp featuring Charlemagne, with a face value of 0.60 francs. The visible side shows a blue commemorative postmark "NOYON 5-6 NOV. EXPO PHILATELIQUE CHARLEMAGNE", indicating a special issue during a philatelic exhibition in Noyon, as well as a red "Premier jour d’émission" (First Day of Issue) postmark in the upper left, typical of FDC (First Day Cover) envelopes.

The envelope is carefully protected in a plastic sleeve, which limits reflections and preserves its overall condition. The sender's or distributor's address, "SCOTEM, 5 Rue Lamartine, PARIS-IX", is printed in blue in the lower right. The stamp, in burgundy and old rose, depicts Charlemagne in a classical architectural setting, surrounded by stylized figures, typical of French historical-themed issues.

The envelope's paper support appears in an off-white shade, with a black upper border visible in the photo. No major defects are observable on the visible side: the surface shows no noticeable stains, marked creases, or tears, although slight signs of age may appear from certain angles (dust, superficial marks under plastic).

This type of First Day Cover is sought after for its commemorative aspect and the clarity of its postmarks, which are perfectly legible and dated here. The ensemble offers a beautiful presentation, highlighting the stamp and postmarks, ideal for thematic philately or an exhibition on Charlemagne.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The envelope is protected in plastic, with a clean visible side and no apparent structural defects. The inscriptions and postmarks are clear and legible.

Did you know? The concept of First Day Covers (FDC) was launched in France in the 1950s to celebrate the issue of new stamps. Each FDC is postmarked with a special stamp, often related to the event or theme of the stamp, making it a privileged medium for philatelic exhibitions and historical commemorations.

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