{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-chateau-de-langeais-1984-philatelie-timbre-france-fdc","title":"First Day Cover Château de Langeais 1984 philately stamp France 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\u003eThis First Day Cover features the Château de Langeais, an emblematic monument of the Loire Valley. Visible in a protective plastic sleeve in the photo, the set includes a color illustration of the château, accompanied by the text \"Château de Langeais\" in the lower-left corner of the image. The envelope is franked with matching French stamps, also illustrated with the château, bearing postmarks dated May 21, 1984, and the mention \"37-Langeais\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe words \"PREMIER JOUR D'ÉMISSION — FIRST DAY COVER\" are clearly visible in the lower-left corner of the envelope, attesting to its philatelic nature. The circular postmark further highlights the interest of this envelope for stamp collectors and French postal history enthusiasts. The overall presentation is neat, with well-preserved colors visible through the transparent sleeve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible stamps feature the architectural motif of the château, predominantly in blue and gray, and are carefully postmarked. The handwritten \"12F\" tariff is affixed to the envelope, likely indicating a period tariff annotation. The entire item appears clean, with all graphic and postal elements clearly legible on the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis First Day Cover is a testament to French heritage, combining philately with historical illustration. The plastic sleeve ensures good preservation of the visible surface, with no apparent alteration or significant stains on the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The visible front appears in good overall condition, protected by a plastic sleeve. Slight deformation of the plastic is possible, but without affecting the envelope itself. Any additional information is solely based on the observation of the presented front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Château de Langeais is one of the oldest châteaux in the Loire Valley, with its initial construction dating back to the 10th century. It was rebuilt at the end of the 15th century during the reign of Louis XI. First Day Covers, or FDCs, are philatelic items issued to mark the official release of a stamp, accompanied by a specific postmark on the issue date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping ensured by a professional seller. The item is handled and shipped with all the rigor required for the international philatelic market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: First Day Cover, FDC France, Langeais, château stamp, French philately, Loire château stamp, 1984 postmark, philately, illustrated envelope, commemorative stamp, Château de Langeais, France stamp cover\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54323899957575,"sku":"51366-93f1b986-289c-4758-8c87-ce55a45de216-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_6cdc7de2-acbb-4823-ac2e-f88c2a4d05c9.jpg?v=1783724247","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-chateau-de-langeais-1984-philatelie-timbre-france-fdc","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}