First Day Cover La Trinité-sur-Mer 1986 philatelic postmark FDC

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Description

Philatelic First Day Cover envelope, illustrated with a view of the port of La Trinité-sur-Mer, identifiable by the printed mention "LA TRINITÉ SUR MER" on the card. The item features a color illustration depicting moored boats and the quays, framed by a golden border. The visual also includes the mention "PREMIER JOUR D'ÉMISSION – FIRST DAY COVER" in the bottom left, printed in blue. The visible side shows a stamp matching the illustration, canceled with a clear circular postmark indicating "PREMIER JOUR" and the date of FEB. 15, 1986, as well as the location "LA TRINITÉ-SUR-MER". A second blue "FIRST DAY COVER" postmark is also present in the top right.

The envelope is packaged in a transparent plastic sleeve, offering good visibility of the main side while ensuring its protection. The stamp, with the same maritime theme, matches the main image and is perfectly legible. The First Day postmark is precisely applied, a sought-after detail for this type of philatelic mailing.

The whole is in good visual condition according to the photo, with no apparent tears or creases on the visible side. A small handwritten label seems to indicate "12F", probably as an internal annotation or original price, without impacting the item itself. It is a typical philatelic souvenir of French First Day issues, appreciated for the quality of its illustration and the clarity of its postmarks.

The overall presentation is neat, the plastic protection indicates a concern for conservation. The item is suitable for thematic philately, particularly for enthusiasts of maritime subjects or French localities.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible side shows no major defects, the envelope being protected by a plastic sleeve. See photo for exact details of the condition.

Did you know? "First Day" or FDC (First Day Cover) envelopes are specially issued to commemorate the first official release of a stamp. La Trinité-sur-Mer, an iconic port in Brittany, has been the subject of several philatelic issues to highlight its importance in yachting and offshore racing.

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