{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-cooperation-1964-paris-afrique-fdc-philatelie","title":"First Day Cover Cooperation 1964 Paris Africa FDC Philately","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) philatelic envelope dedicated to Franco-African cooperation. The envelope features a polychrome illustration: two stylized portraits facing each other, connected by a red arrow bearing the word \"COOPÉRATION,\" between schematic maps of Africa and Madagascar. The print includes the mention \"PREMIER JOUR D’ÉMISSION N° 315 HISTORIQUE F.D.C.\" as well as the caption \"COOPÉRATION FRANCO-AFRICAINE MAIAGA...\" (partially obscured in the photo).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe affixed stamp, with a face value of 0.25 F, reiterates the theme of Franco-African cooperation with a stylized map and an outstretched hand. Two round \"PREMIER JOUR PARIS COOPÉRATION 6 NOV. 64\" postmarks are clearly stamped on the front of the envelope, confirming its official first day of issue. The envelope is protected by a transparent plastic sleeve, emphasizing the care taken in its preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe graphic composition and typography are typical of the 1960s, with a clean and didactic aesthetic characteristic of commemorative envelopes of the period. The postmark and stamp are well-centered, the illustration remains sharp, and the colors are vibrant. A small handwritten label \"105\" is visible on the bottom right of the plastic sleeve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible side shows no notable defects, scratches, or major missing parts; the envelope appears to be in good general condition, with no apparent creases. The plastic protection shows some reflections but does not obscure any important details of the document.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Only the front side is visible and protected under a plastic sleeve. The general condition is good, illustration and postmarks well preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \nFirst Day Covers, or FDCs, are philatelic items specially produced to celebrate the official release of a stamp. They are usually postmarked on the very day the stamp is issued, in a symbolic city or location, here Paris for the Franco-African cooperation of 1964.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging. Professional seller specializing in philately and historical documents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC, cooperation stamp, Paris 1964 postmark, African philately, illustrated letter, First Day Cover, special cancellation, commemorative envelope, France 0.25 stamp, Franco-African cooperation, French stamp cover\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54328243355975,"sku":"51504-3b1ddcbc-35a0-452d-994e-bf94905f578b-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_73c72783-3361-4ce9-bf1e-5024654e78f9.jpg?v=1783819733","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-cooperation-1964-paris-afrique-fdc-philatelie","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}