{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-conseil-de-leurope-1974-strasbourg-scotem-philatelie","title":"First day cover Council of Europe 1974 Strasbourg SCOTEM philately","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis commemorative first day cover celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Council of Europe, observed in 1974. The visible side features a French stamp illustrated with an architectural view of Strasbourg, accompanied by a stylized blue motif and the inscription \"25e anniversaire du Conseil de l’Europe\" (25th anniversary of the Council of Europe). The stamp bears a face value of 0.45 franc, and the circular postmark reads \"STRASBOURG R.P. 12H 5-5 1974 Anniversaire Conseil de l’Europe\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nTo the right of the stamp, a black commemorative imprint depicts the Council of Europe building, surrounded by 12 stars, with the inscription \"25e Anniversaire 1949-1974 Conseil de l’Europe\" (25th Anniversary 1949-1974 Council of Europe). The entire piece is presented on a white envelope, enclosed in a protective plastic sleeve, which helps preserve its condition.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nAt the bottom right, a clear blue stamp \"SCOTEM 11, Rue Neuve 75011 Paris\" is visible, indicating the manufacturer or distributor of this philatelic envelope. A small handwritten number, likely an internal reference, is added next to it. No other decorative elements or text are visible on this side.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe surface of the envelope appears smooth and clean, with no significant signs of wear, stains, or apparent creases on the visible part. The plastic sleeve creates a glossy effect in the photo but does not obscure the main details. The item has a neat and well-preserved appearance, characteristic of commemorative philatelic envelopes.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis type of envelope, known as a \"first day cover\" (FDC), is sought after for its combination of a stamp, a special postmark, and a historical event, in this case, the quarter-century of the Council of Europe in Strasbourg. The set brings together several key elements of thematic philately: architecture, European institutions, and French postal history.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUsed item, sold as is. Visible side in very good condition, with no notable flaws on the envelope or stamp (see photo).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Council of Europe, founded in Strasbourg in 1949, is the oldest international European organization dedicated to the defense of human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. First day covers are generally issued in limited quantities for each release to mark key dates or major institutional anniversaries.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e: Careful packaging and fast shipping with tracking. Professional seller specializing in philatelic and commemorative items.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC Council of Europe, Strasbourg 1974, commemorative stamp, French philately, postmarked envelope, stamp cover, first day cover, European institution, SCOTEM Paris, 25th anniversary Europe, philately France\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54322121572679,"sku":"51305-ee469534-da4e-4749-93c3-dae73f0a233f-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_ac768f26-f998-41f5-87df-8e4fea2c475a.jpg?v=1783687649","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-conseil-de-leurope-1974-strasbourg-scotem-philatelie","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}