{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-corse-1968-philatelie-ajaccio-cachet-commemoratif","title":"First Day Cover Corsica 1968 Philately Ajaccio Commemorative Postmark","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, dedicated to the Bicentenary of Corsica's attachment to France, features a detailed black and white illustration depicting a historical figure armed with a spear, signed \"Ducaris.\" The envelope bears two clearly visible round postmarks, both dated October 5, 1968, with the mention \"PREMIER JOUR\" (First Day) in Ajaccio. The Corsican coat of arms is also printed next to the postmarks, reinforcing the commemorative nature of this philatelic item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe central visual highlights a male portrait with a determined gaze, curly hair, and stylized armor. The overall graphic design is handled with an attention to detail reminiscent of traditional engravings, typical of commemorative envelopes issued for national and historical events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe item is protected by a transparent plastic sleeve, which helps preserve the envelope's condition while facilitating its observation. A handwritten label with \"12F\" is affixed to the sleeve, likely used for inventory or pricing purposes by a previous owner or merchant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the visible surface of the envelope, no major wear, stains, or significant creases are observable through the protection, suggesting good preservation of the exposed side. The postmarks are clear, the inscriptions perfectly legible, and the printing does not appear to be altered by time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of philatelic envelope, also known as an FDC (First Day Cover), is a preferred medium for stamp and postal history enthusiasts, highlighting significant moments such as anniversaries of regional historical events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The visible side appears clean and well-preserved under a plastic sleeve. No major anomalies detected in the photographed area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \nCorsica's attachment to France was formalized in 1768 by the Treaty of Versailles. First Day Covers (FDCs) are issued to mark the first official use of a commemorative stamp, often during major historical or regional events, and are usually stamped with a special postmark dated on the day of issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging guaranteed by a professional seller specializing in philatelic and commemorative items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC Corsica, Ajaccio 1968, commemorative stamp, philately France, historical postmark, Corsica France attachment, illustrated envelope, First Day Cover, philately France, event envelope, philately Ajaccio\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54323933741383,"sku":"51368-0c1c855c-a7c4-4eda-ba78-4d5639f9d08b-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_3490e3d3-83b0-484d-883f-617e7ffe2571.jpg?v=1783725444","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-corse-1968-philatelie-ajaccio-cachet-commemoratif","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}