{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-la-dame-a-la-licorne-paris-1964-philatelie-fdc","title":"First Day Cover The Lady and the Unicorn Paris 1964 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\u003eIllustrated First Day Cover (FDC) issued in Paris and dedicated to the famous tapestry \"The Lady and the Unicorn – The Sight\". On the visible side, the envelope features a large, detailed illustration of the tapestry, depicting a woman and a unicorn in a botanical setting typical of 15th-century French Gothic style. The dominant colors are red, green, and cream tones, faithful to medieval iconography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA matching stamp, reproducing a detail of the same scene, is affixed to the right. This stamp bears the inscription \"RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE\" and a face value of 1.00 franc. Two round \"PREMIER JOUR PARIS\" postmarks dated October 31, 1964, are clearly visible: one on the illustration, the other canceling the stamp. The postmark's title specifies \"LA DAME À LA LICORNE TAPISSERIE XVe S.\" (THE LADY AND THE UNICORN TAPESTRY 15th C.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe presentation is meticulous, with the envelope inserted into a transparent plastic sleeve. The background is white, which highlights the illustration and the stamp. The inscription \"PREMIER JOUR D’ÉMISSION N° 812 HISTORIQUE F.D.C.\" (FIRST DAY OF ISSUE N° 812 HISTORICAL F.D.C.) appears in the upper left. A small blue stamp is also visible in the lower left, likely that of the printer or official body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA handwritten label indicates \"20F\", probably an old rating or selling price, affixed to the bottom right of the sleeve. No major defects are visible on the presented side: the overall condition appears good, with no apparent stains or creases on the envelope or stamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The envelope, stamp, and postmarks are in good visual condition on the presented side. Protective plastic sleeve included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \nThe \"Lady and the Unicorn\" tapestry series is a masterpiece of the Middle Ages, preserved at the Cluny Museum in Paris. This 1964 First Day issue pays tribute to one of the most famous scenes from this ensemble, emblematic of 15th-century French textile art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping ensured by a professional seller specializing in philatelic and historical items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC, The Lady and the Unicorn, Paris stamp 1964, French philately, first day cover, medieval tapestry, canceled postmark, historical illustration, 15th century, Paris stamp, illustrated envelope\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54322965414215,"sku":"51331-14b16292-fc9c-427a-bafb-86d61ace9bc6-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_0974428b-30c7-43cc-b444-4c436cd8dfdb.jpg?v=1783703247","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-la-dame-a-la-licorne-paris-1964-philatelie-fdc","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}