First Day Cover Marianne FDC stamped franked philately France

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Description

This First Day Cover, shown in the photo, is an item of French philately, commonly known as an FDC. It features three French Marianne stamps on its main face, in green, blue, and grey, each clearly displaying a face value in francs. The stamps are canceled with a legible postmark, indicating "SERVICE PHILATÉLIQUE DES P.T.T. 60 RUE DE DOUAI F-75436 PARIS CEDEX 09" as well as the first day of issue. This type of postmark guarantees the authenticity of the first day of issue, a prized criterion in philately.

In the bottom left corner of the envelope, there is a colored illustration depicting a classic feminine portrait, framed by a golden filigree. This image, typical of thematic FDCs, highlights the artistic aspect of the mailing. Below it, a printed inscription reads "MOSELLE DÉPOSÉ EXCLUSIVITÉ O.P.F.", indicating a specific or exclusive edition of the postmark or illustration.

The envelope is protected in a transparent plastic sleeve, which helps to keep the entire item in good condition and preserve the colors and integrity of the stamps, postmark, and illustration. No other elements are visible inside or on the back.

The presented side shows a careful composition, typical of official philatelic envelopes issued during commemorative stamp releases in France. The format is rectangular, standard for this type of item, and the overall impression is one of quality and attention to presentation.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The envelope is preserved under plastic, with vibrant colors and clearly legible details. No tears or major defects are visible on the presented side.

Did you know? First Day Covers (FDCs) are issued to celebrate the first official release of a stamp. In France, the Marianne is one of the most iconic motifs, appearing on many stamps since 1944. The "first day" postmark applied to these envelopes attests to their authenticity and their philatelic interest.

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