{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-combats-du-mont-mouchet-1969-fdc-philatelie-france","title":"First Day Cover Battles of Mont Mouchet 1969 FDC philately France","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\u003eIllustrated First Day Cover (FDC) issued to commemorate the \"Battles of Mont Mouchet.\" The main visual features a colorful illustration depicting armed French resistance fighters in front of a tower and a wooded landscape, with the inscription \"COMBATS DU MONT MOUCHET\" at the top. The illustration is framed by a golden border, giving it a refined and commemorative look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe envelope bears the inscription \"PREMIER JOUR D’ÉMISSION\" (First Day Cover) printed in purple at the bottom left, a typical feature of collectible FDCs. The circular postmark is clearly legible: it reads \"COMBATS DU MONT MOUCHET – PREMIER JOUR – 15-7 JUIN 1969 – SAINT-FLOUR,\" precisely dating the issue and cancellation. The visible stamp is also dedicated to this event, with motifs reminiscent of the Resistance and World War II, and the inscription \"RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe transparent plastic sleeve protects the envelope, highlighting the care taken for its preservation. A handwritten marking \"12F\" is visible on a label affixed to the sleeve, likely an old price indication. The overall condition of the visible side appears very clean: no folds, stains, or apparent discoloration on the observable part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe envelope's visual stands out for its graphic design, typical of French commemorative issues from the late 1960s, with a soft color palette and a narrative composition emphasizing historical memory. The entire piece is presented on a light desk background, with no other elements in the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is. Visible side very clean, protective sleeve included. No major apparent defects on the exposed part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Mont Mouchet, located in Auvergne, was one of the most important strongholds of the French Resistance against the Nazi occupation. The battles of June 1944 marked a turning point in the local struggle against the occupiers, mobilizing thousands of resistance fighters and leading to numerous commemorations, including this First Day issue in 1969.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping provided by a professional seller specializing in philately and historical objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC France, Combats Mont Mouchet, commemorative stamp, French philately, 1969 issue, First Day Cover, postmark, Saint-Flour, World War II Resistance, illustrated envelope, French stamp cover\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54323816923463,"sku":"51358-b8dfff94-2221-4fae-9561-2a8b84760757-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_64681cde-b394-4891-a5ab-477d90e6889a.jpg?v=1783719446","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-combats-du-mont-mouchet-1969-fdc-philatelie-france","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}