{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-emission-1963-conference-postale-paris-philatelie-fdc","title":"First Day Cover 1963 Postal Conference Paris Philately FDC","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\u003eFirst Day Cover (FDC) visible in the photo, illustrated with a colorful urban scene depicting a meeting or ceremony in front of a building with classical architecture, likely related to postal history. The envelope features a clear \"PREMIER JOUR\" (FIRST DAY) postmark, dated May 1963 in Paris, mentioning the International Postal Conference. The illustration printed on the front highlights historical details, with a crowd in period clothing and typical 19th-century buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe text printed on the front reads: \"1863 – 1963 Centenary of the 1st International Postal Conference,\" emphasizing the commemorative nature of this envelope. The visual also includes an official stamp with a First Day cancellation, clearly visible next to the illustration. The entire item is protected by a transparent plastic sleeve, ensuring good preservation of the visible side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dominant colors of the illustration are light blue, beige, brown, and touches of black, offering good readability and a refined visual effect. The envelope has a small handwritten \"ref\" sticker in one corner, probably an internal filing reference. No other major markings or defects are visible on the side shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe set is typical of First Day Covers (FDCs) used in philately to commemorate major events related to postal history. The mention \"Premier Jour d’Émission\" (First Day of Issue) is clearly printed at the top, confirming the authenticity of the postmark and the commemorative context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item in good apparent condition. The envelope is protected by a transparent plastic sleeve. No major defects, signs of wear, or alterations visible on the front. Sold as is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e  \nThe first International Postal Conference, celebrated here, was held in Paris in 1863 and laid the foundations for modern international postal cooperation. This event preceded the creation of the Universal Postal Union, an essential organization for the development of international mail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping are guaranteed by a professional seller specializing in philatelic and commemorative items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC, philately, commemorative postmark, First Day Cover, Paris 1963, special cancellation, commemorative stamp, International Postal Conference, philately cover, illustrated envelope, First Day postmark\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54328462967111,"sku":"51523-740424dc-6855-4b6d-86be-37811d285a03-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_b30a025d-aa1b-4a56-abce-513fb2a5ae10.jpg?v=1783831133","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-emission-1963-conference-postale-paris-philatelie-fdc","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}