{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-deauville-1961-fdc-centenaire-creation-philatelie","title":"First Day Cover Deauville 1961 FDC Centenary of Philately Creation","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 illustrated envelope is a First Day Cover (FDC) philatelic item issued to commemorate the centenary of Deauville's creation. The visible side features a colorful illustration depicting a commemorative scene around a statue, with French flags and a celebratory crowd. The inscription \"CENTENAIRE DE LA CRÉATION DE DEAUVILLE\" (CENTENARY OF DEAUVILLE'S CREATION) is at the bottom of the illustration, while \"PREMIER JOUR D’ÉMISSION HISTORIQUE F.D.C. N°975\" (HISTORICAL FIRST DAY OF ISSUE F.D.C. N°975) appears in the upper right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe envelope bears a purplish French Republic stamp, depicting a recognizable building or landscape of Deauville. Two round postmarks are clearly visible, bearing the inscription \"PREMIER JOUR DEAUVILLE 13 MAI 61\" (FIRST DAY DEAUVILLE MAY 13, 61), certifying the special cancellation of the issue day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn additional red \"Premier Jour\" (First Day) postmark is at the bottom left, typical of French FDC envelopes. The item is presented in a plastic sleeve, which protects the envelope and allows its overall condition to be observed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible surface of the envelope shows good preservation, without major stains or pronounced creases. The impressions and colors remain clear, with a detailed illustration and legible inscriptions. No handwritten text or address is visible on the exposed side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe item is numbered N°975, which is common for limited or commemorative series of this type of philatelic issue. The date of May 13, 1961, is clearly indicated on the cancellations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is, with minimal traces of handling or age. Presented under plastic protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e First Day Covers (FDCs) are philatelic items specially produced for the official release of a new stamp. They are postmarked on the day of issue, often with a commemorative illustration related to the event or place concerned. Deauville, an iconic seaside resort in Normandy, celebrated its centenary in 1961, hence this special edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCareful and fast shipping guaranteed by a professional, with appropriate packaging to ensure the safety of the item during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC France, Deauville 1961, philately, commemorative stamp, special cancellation, Deauville centenary, historical cover, French FDC, envelope stamp, philately France, special issue\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54331322302791,"sku":"51577-77c616d9-4701-469d-9c96-f7a9f6514ce2-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_43fbcff7-6e77-4f6e-b8a6-cd1b04fbb8c2.jpg?v=1783889829","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-deauville-1961-fdc-centenaire-creation-philatelie","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}