FDC Paris 1959 MS 760 aircraft cachet philately

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Description

Illustrated philatelic envelope, visible under a protective plastic sleeve, dedicated to the first day of issue of the "MS 760 Le Paris" stamp. The main visual features a stylized airplane in flight, printed in red and white on a sky blue background, flying over several iconic Parisian monuments, including the Eiffel Tower, in black and white. In the upper right, the mention "PREMIER JOUR D’ÉMISSION – FIRST DAY COVER" confirms the commemorative nature of this envelope, typical of FDC (First Day Cover) philatelic items.

The stamp, positioned on the right, reproduces the MS 760 airplane motif and bears a perfectly legible round postmark indicating "PREMIER JOUR MS 760 PARIS 14 FEV. 59". A second identical postmark appears on the left, emphasizing the historical character of the item. The envelope also bears the inscription "ENVELOPPE HISTORIQUE" in capital letters, as well as the publisher's mention "EMPIRE PHILATÉLIQUE, 2 PALAIS ROYAL, PARIS" in the lower right.

The visible side shows no handwritten address or personal annotation, which is characteristic of philatelic envelopes issued specifically for first day events. A small white square with the handwritten inscription "50F" appears on the front, probably an indication of the original price or internal classification.

The aircraft design, typography, and graphic composition are typical of the late 1950s, a period when French civil and military aviation experienced significant growth. The vibrant colors (blue, red, black) are well preserved and the print remains clear on the observed side.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible envelope appears well-protected under plastic, with no major apparent defects on the visible side (no stains, pronounced creases, or tears observable in the photo). Inscriptions and illustrations are clear. No information on the condition of the back or interior.

Did you know? The MS 760 "Paris" was a training and liaison aircraft designed in France in the 1950s by the Morane-Saulnier company, used notably by the French air force and some foreign customers. "First day" envelopes (FDC) are issued on the very first official release of a stamp and bear the day's postmark, making them precise witnesses of postal and aeronautical history.

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