{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-charlemagne-noyon-philatelie-scotem-timbre-0-60","title":"First Day Cover Charlemagne Noyon philately SCOTEM stamp 0.60","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour order will be carefully packaged and shipped quickly, with the seriousness of a specialized professional seller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC Charlemagne, 0.60 franc stamp, Noyon philately, philatelic exhibition, special postmark, SCOTEM Paris, France stamp, First Day Cover, philately France, commemorative envelope, Charlemagne stamp\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54320722444615,"sku":"51287-e89b9acb-1b7b-4dd5-989a-31156f34b1bf-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_26c05889-4be2-4546-b493-702546a35b67.jpg?v=1783676850","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-charlemagne-noyon-philatelie-scotem-timbre-0-60","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}