First day cover Pierre Lacordaire FDC no. 368 Recey stamp philately

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This illustrated envelope is a "first day of issue" (FDC - First Day Cover) dedicated to Pierre Lacordaire. On the visible side, the envelope features a colorful illustration depicting Pierre Lacordaire under an architectural arch, accompanied by the inscription "PREMIER JOUR D'ÉMISSION HISTORIQUE F.D.C. N°368" (HISTORIC FIRST DAY OF ISSUE F.D.C. N°368). The printing offers a detailed graphic rendering, typical of commemorative envelopes published for philately.

In the upper right corner, an official stamp bearing the likeness of Pierre Lacordaire is affixed, featuring a portrait of the historical figure. The stamp is canceled with a round postmark indicating "PREMIER JOUR D’ÉMISSION LACORDAIRE 25 MARS 1981 RECEY-SUR-OURCE (CÔTE-D’OR)," attesting to the authenticity of the first day cancellation. The visual highlights the composition of the envelope, with the illustration and stamp carefully aligned.

The lower part of the envelope bears the legend "PÈRE LACORDAIRE 1802 - Recey-sur-Ource - 1861 - Sorèze," specifying the dates and locations related to the biography of the celebrated personality. The entire item is protected in a transparent plastic sleeve, which helps preserve its condition.

The postmark, illustration, and stamp are clearly visible on the presented side. No major defects are apparent on the visible surface; the envelope appears to have been carefully preserved. The back, contents, or interior are not visible in the photo and are therefore not described.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Presented in a plastic sleeve. Illustrated front in good apparent condition, with no visible defects in the photographed area.

Did you know? Father Henri-Dominique Lacordaire (1802-1861) was a major figure in French Catholicism and a renovator of the Dominican order. First Day Covers (FDCs) are particularly sought after for their postmark dated the first day of the stamp's issue, attesting to their postal authenticity and philatelic interest.

AFW Reassurance

Careful packaging and fast shipping ensured by a professional seller. The item is handled with care to guarantee its protection until reception.

Keywords: first day cover, FDC Lacordaire, commemorative stamp, French philately, first day cancellation, Pierre Lacordaire, historic FDC, Recey-sur-Ource, 1981 stamp cover, French first day cover, illustrated envelope, Lacordaire stamp