{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-jeux-olympiques-rome-1960-philatelie-illustration-athlete","title":"First day cover Olympic Games Rome 1960 philately athlete illustration","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 illustrated envelope dedicated to the Rome 1960 Olympic Games, visible in a transparent plastic sleeve. The visual highlights an athlete in running attire, a stylized stadium in the background, as well as the famous Olympic rings and the inscription \"JEUX OLYMPIQUES 1960 ROME 1960\". The illustration combines vibrant colors: blue, yellow, red, and green, on a white background. The whole is enhanced by a first-day postmark, with inscriptions in French at the top right: \"PREMIER JOUR D’ÉMISSION\" (First Day of Issue) and \"PREMIÈRE JOUR E.O.C.\" (First Day E.O.C.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe layout of this philatelic envelope emphasizes the sporty graphic style typical of the early 1960s, with a dynamic composition centered on the athlete. The red postmark on the front reinforces the authenticity of the philatelic issue. The item is protected in a transparent plastic sleeve, ensuring good preservation of the visible illustrated front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible part shows a clean surface, with no stains or noticeable signs of wear on the illustration. The typography and patterns are clear, despite a slight sheen due to the plastic protection. No signatures or handwritten annotations are visible on the displayed side. The colors remain vibrant and well-contrasted, with a slightly glossy effect under light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe printed inscriptions and graphic style clearly evoke the Olympic aesthetic of the early 60s, with a neat illustration typical of first-day covers from that period. The plastic sleeve protects the item, which is an asset for preserving the quality of the envelope and its designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is. The envelope is well protected in a transparent plastic sleeve. The visible front shows no major apparent defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e First Day Covers, also known as \"FDCs,\" are specially issued to mark the official release of a stamp or a philatelic series. They feature a unique postal postmark dated the day of issue, making them sought-after historical artifacts in thematic philately, especially for international events like the Olympic Games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging. Professional seller specializing in philatelic and historical items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC Olympic Games, Rome 1960, sports philately, illustrated envelope, first day postmark, Olympic stamp, Olympic Games cover, First Day Cover, sport philately, athlete illustration, thematic envelope\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54331022377287,"sku":"51568-ba9d1934-156b-4917-bc70-3051f23f8cfc-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_37593ed9-dcac-429a-88f0-6af1a8493751.jpg?v=1783884429","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-jeux-olympiques-rome-1960-philatelie-illustration-athlete","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}