First Day Cover 1967 Cognac Battle of Marignano Philately

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Description

This illustrated envelope is a French First Day Cover, dated July 1, 1967, from Cognac, as indicated by the round postmarks on the front. It features a commemorative stamp on the theme of the Renaissance, depicting a character in period costume (partially legible inscription: "FRANÇOIS Ier" and "JEAN COCTEAU"), as well as a large polychrome illustration evoking the Battle of Marignan. The main colors of the illustration are blue, red, green, and yellow, with a detailed historical scene of knights in armor and medieval figures.

In the upper right corner, the mention "PREMIER JOUR D’ÉMISSION" (FIRST DAY OF ISSUE) is printed in red, accompanied by the number "N°607" and the theme "HISTORIQUE 1,50F" (HISTORICAL 1.50F). In the center-left, a caption specifies: "16e S. – BASIN ARNIER CHEVALIER PAR BAYARD – LA BATAILLE DE MARIGNAN" (16th C. – BASIN ARNIER KNIGHT BY BAYARD – THE BATTLE OF MARIGNAN). The postal cancellation indicates "COGNAC 16 – 1er JUIL 67" (COGNAC 16 – JULY 1, 67), confirming the philatelic nature of the item. A red round "Premier Jour" (First Day) postmark is also visible in the lower left, guaranteeing the authenticity of the cover.

The envelope is protected by a transparent plastic sleeve in the photo, which shows the illustrated front to be well-preserved. No major defects, stains, or significant creases are visible in the photographed area. The stamp is well-centered, with a clear impression and vibrant colors, true to Jean Cocteau's artistic style.

The graphic composition highlights both the historical scene and the stamp, typical of French First Day Covers from the 1960s. The format is classic for this type of item (cancelled letter), with no precise dimensions estimated.

This philatelic cover is aimed at any enthusiast of stamps, postal history, or Renaissance iconography, and showcases a significant episode in French history through a quality artistic realization.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible envelope has a clean and well-preserved front, with no obvious defects in the photographed area.

Did you know? The Battle of Marignan (1515) was one of the first great military successes of King Francis I's reign, marking the beginning of the French Renaissance. First Day Covers are issued in limited quantities with each new stamp, and the presence of the day's postmark guarantees their philatelic authenticity.

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