{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-demission-timbre-republique-francaise-dijon-philatelie","title":"First day cover French Republic stamp Dijon 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\u003eThis philatelic envelope, visible in the photo, is a \"first day of issue\" example, identifiable by the red inscription on the left side: \"Premier jour d'émission\" (First day of issue). It features a predominantly purple and red French stamp, illustrating a historic building with the legend \"Palais des ducs et des États de Bourgogne à Dijon\" (Palace of the Dukes and States of Burgundy in Dijon) and the mention \"République Française\" (French Republic).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe stamp is canceled with a legible round postmark, marked \"Dijon PTT Côte-d’Or\" and dated \"12-5-1956,\" which corresponds to the stamp's release date. To the right of the stamp, an additional cancellation highlights a stylized drawing evoking Dijon's architecture, as well as the inscription \"Cité des Ducs de Bourgogne\" (City of the Dukes of Burgundy).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe envelope is presented in a protective plastic sleeve, ensuring good preservation of the visible side. The envelope paper is light-colored, with clear printing and a smooth appearance. In the lower right corner, an address is printed in blue: \"SCOTEM, 25, Rue Calmels, 75018 PARIS.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe graphic composition of this envelope highlights the stamp and its cancellations, elements sought after in philately for their authenticity. The \"first day\" postmark attests that the envelope was canceled on the very day the stamp was issued, making it a unique postal document, valued for the precision of its dating and the quality of its presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible side shows no handwritten inscriptions or additional decorations. The overall condition appears good, with a few discreet marks on the envelope's surface, without any major apparent alteration. The legibility of the official inscriptions and the stamp is preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is, as visible in the photo. The envelope is protected in plastic, with slight signs of use on the surface. The inscriptions and the stamp remain clearly legible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \"First day of issue\" envelopes are postal items created and canceled on the official release day of a stamp. In France, these envelopes are sought after for their documentary value and the quality of their cancellation, which guarantees the authenticity of the issue date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour purchase benefits from careful packaging and fast shipping by a specialized professional seller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC France, Dijon stamp, French philately, first day cancellation, commemorative envelope, Palace of the Dukes Dijon, first day cover, Burgundy stamp, French postmark, philatelic letter, philatelic cover\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54321943609671,"sku":"51299-0dc49a6a-d357-4d20-b54d-def8cb40e260-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_f0f6e04b-08b3-4fe0-ba56-2c8b53ccb8e2.jpg?v=1783684049","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-demission-timbre-republique-francaise-dijon-philatelie","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}