First Day Cover Le Touquet Paris Plage FDC stamp France philately

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Description

This First Day Cover (FDC) features Le Touquet - Paris Plage, illustrated with a detailed view of the Town Hall, reproduced in color on the left side. The envelope is franked with a French stamp visible at the top right, depicting a stylized coastal landscape. Two circular postmarks "PREMIER JOUR LE TOUQUET PARIS PLAGE" dated September 25, 1982, are clearly affixed to the front, attesting to its official issuance on the first day of the stamp's release.

The inscription "JOUR D'ÉMISSION HISTORIQUE F.D.C." appears in red letters at the top left, enhancing the commemorative and philatelic aspect of this mail. The card's design highlights the typical architecture of Le Touquet, with precise details on the facades and roofs, characteristic of early 20th-century seaside constructions.

The surface of the envelope has a glossy appearance, visible in the photograph, likely due to plastic protection preserving the object's condition. No major defects are observable on this side; the visual remains clear and without apparent alteration. The whole is presented on a plain background, accentuating the visibility and readability of the postal and decorative elements.

The inscriptions "LE TOUQUET - PARIS PLAGE" and "L'Hôtel de Ville" are clearly legible under the main illustration, confirming the subject of the commemorative stamp. A small, discreet red postmark is affixed in the lower right corner, adding an extra touch of postal authenticity.

The observed format corresponds to that of a philatelic First Day Cover, typical of French FDC editions, combining illustration, franking, and postmark specific to the issue date.

Condition

Used item sold as is. Very clean visible front, with no apparent folds or stains, under plastic protection. No major signs of wear are reported on the observed area.

Did you know? First Day Covers (FDC) are issued on the official release of a new stamp. They bear a special postmark of the place and date of the first day of issue, making them sought-after items for illustrating postal history and regional or architectural themes.

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