{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-frederic-mistral-1980-philatelie-maillane-fdc","title":"Frederic Mistral First Day Cover 1980 philately Maillane FDC","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIllustrated philatelic envelope, First Day Cover type, dedicated to Frédéric Mistral. On the front, the envelope features a color photograph of a bust of Frédéric Mistral, Provençal poet, against a light blue background. The illustration occupies the left side, highlighting the delicate features of the bust, especially the detailed mustache and hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the right side of the envelope, there is a postage stamp featuring Frédéric Mistral, with a face value of 1.40 F. Two round \"Premier Jour\" (First Day) postmarks are affixed, bearing the inscription \"FRÉDÉRIC MISTRAL PREMIER JOUR 1830-1914 13 SEPT 1980 MAILLANE\". The stamp and postmarks are clear and well visible, confirming the philatelic nature of the item as a commemorative envelope issued for the centenary of Frédéric Mistral's birth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"PREMIER JOUR \/ FIRST DAY COVER\" imprint appears at the bottom right, in red, emphasizing the authenticity of the mailing as a philatelic item intended for stamp and commemorative document enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe envelope paper appears to have a smooth finish, with a strong contrast between the illustrated area and the white area reserved for the stamp and postmarks. No major defects are apparent on the front: the surface shows no stains, visible creases, or handwritten inscriptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe layout highlights both the artistic aspect (photographed bust) and the historical dimension (stamp, dated postmark, mention of Maillane, Frédéric Mistral's birthplace). The ensemble is typical of First Day Covers published for French philately at the end of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is. The visible side of the envelope shows good general preservation, with no notable signs of wear or apparent alteration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Frédéric Mistral, Nobel Prize in Literature in 1904, is one of the great figures of Provençal culture and the Félibrige movement. First Day Covers are philatelic items specially issued for the first circulation of a stamp, often accompanied by a unique commemorative postmark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtected shipment with careful packaging and fast dispatch. Professional seller specializing in philately and correspondence items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC, Frédéric Mistral, commemorative stamp, Maillane, French philately, 1980 postmark, First Day Cover, illustrated letter, philately, French stamp, stamped envelope, Mistral bust\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54319530574151,"sku":"51269-b65ef84f-1c6f-43a7-8b5e-f40cfa0d9fa6-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_8588d5c9-c452-4c24-b9cb-6a60392d830f.jpg?v=1783667141","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-frederic-mistral-1980-philatelie-maillane-fdc","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}