{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-niort-1966-timbre-oblitere-philatelie-fdc","title":"First Day Cover Niort 1966 canceled stamp 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\u003eThis First Day Cover (FDC), shown in the photo, features a color illustration of the city of Niort, recognizable by its meticulously depicted architecture with the cathedral in the background. The front incorporates a canceled French postage stamp, with a clear circular postmark stating \"39th Congress of the Federation of French Philatelic Societies\" and the date May 28, 1966, in Niort. The envelope is protected by a transparent plastic sleeve, which preserves its presentation and the integrity of the visible prints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe illustration covers a large part of the front and highlights the details of the facades and the reflection on the water, typical of First Day Covers (FDC). In the upper left, the words \"Premier Jour d’Émission\" (First Day of Issue) with the date are visible, confirming the official nature of this commemorative envelope. The stamp matches the illustration, featuring a similar architectural motif, and also bears the postmark of the issue date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible surface of the envelope shows no apparent major defects. The black postmark is clear, with all inscriptions perfectly legible, indicating particular care during cancellation. A handwritten mark \"10F\" is visible on a label affixed to the plastic, but it does not affect the envelope itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower left part incorporates a printed logo, typical of official French Post Office issues. No other marks or annotations are visible on the presented side. The format is that of a standard philatelic First Day Cover, with a classic and neat layout, conforming to philatelic practices of the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The visible envelope appears well preserved, under plastic protection. No tears, folds, or noticeable stains on the presented side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e First Day Covers, or FDCs, are issued in limited quantities on the occasion of the official release of a new stamp. They receive a specific postal cancellation, often linked to an event or a place, making each copy unique from the point of view of cancellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping ensured by a professional seller. The item will be shipped in optimal conditions to guarantee its preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC France, Niort 1966, canceled stamp, philatelic postmark, First Day Cover, French philately, illustrated envelope, commemorative stamp, philately cover, philatelic envelope, special issue\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54331930476871,"sku":"51621-67c9c525-6125-4f91-bb86-2fb385d1c83e-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_810bc781-6268-4b6d-8df6-9e851faf6633.jpg?v=1783916230","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-niort-1966-timbre-oblitere-philatelie-fdc","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}