{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-le-pont-saint-esprit-timbre-france-philatelie-fdc","title":"First Day Cover Le Pont Saint-Esprit stamp France 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) dedicated to the Pont Saint-Esprit, visible on the front. The color illustration depicts the famous bridge, with its arches and natural surroundings, against a watercolor landscape background. The envelope features a crisp print, with intricate details on the main motif. The words \"LE PONT SAINT-ESPRIT\" are clearly printed at the bottom left of the illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper right part of the envelope features a 0.25 F French stamp, showing a stylized view of the bridge, accompanied by a First Day postmark dated April 23, 1966, from Pont-Saint-Esprit. This circular postmark, clearly visible, includes the city's name and the issue date, confirming the document's authenticity for thematic philately research. A second identical postmark is affixed near the stamp, ensuring the legibility of the marking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA red mark \"PREMIER JOUR D’ÉMISSION\" (FIRST DAY OF ISSUE) is also visible on the lower left corner of the envelope, as well as a handwritten reference on an attached label (\"101\"). The entire item is presented in a transparent plastic sleeve, protecting the envelope and its illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible surface shows no tears or major creases; the paper appears to retain its original whiteness. The ink of the postmark and stamp appears dense and even, with no noticeable smudging. No printing defects are observable on the visible part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe item is a First Day Cover (FDC), highly sought after for themes related to French bridges and French philately. The watercolor motif and double postmark make it a representative document of commemorative issues from the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Possible traces of handling or slight marks on the plastic sleeve. The envelope visible on the front shows no major apparent defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Pont Saint-Esprit, built in the 13th century, is one of the oldest medieval bridges over the Rhône, connecting the Gard and Ardèche departments. It was for a long time a strategic axis for trade and pilgrimages. First Day Covers often commemorate emblematic monuments of French heritage, combining artistic illustration with a specific postmark for the issue date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping are assured by a professional seller, specializing in philately and antique correspondence items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC France, Pont Saint-Esprit, commemorative stamp, postmark, French philately, First Day Cover, bridge illustration, special cancellation, illustrated envelope, France stamp cover, historic bridge\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54331969831239,"sku":"51625-3cfa8e32-b4e0-47d4-b5bc-53bea4b19cfd-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_5b26a591-4ce2-41b0-8d61-bfb2d9d08d62.jpg?v=1783918630","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-le-pont-saint-esprit-timbre-france-philatelie-fdc","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}