{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-pont-de-martrou-rochefort-philatelie-first-day-cover","title":"First Day Cover Martrou Bridge Rochefort Philately First Day Cover","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, dedicated to the Martrou Bridge on the Charente, is illustrated with a color photograph depicting Rochefort's famous transporter bridge. The image occupies the left part of the envelope, framed by a dark green geometric border, highlighting the careful presentation typical of French commemorative philatelic issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible postmark bears the inscription \"PREMIER JOUR D’ÉMISSION\" (FIRST DAY OF ISSUE) and the date July 20, 1968, with the location \"17 ROCHEFORT\". A stylized reproduction of the bridge is also visible on the postmark, confirming the architectural theme of this issue. The double cancellation reinforces the authenticity of this philatelic cover, sought after for its documentary and postal value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the bottom left, the printed inscriptions \"PREMIER JOUR D’ÉMISSION\" and \"FIRST DAY COVER\" indicate that it is an official commemorative envelope, designed to mark the first circulation of the stamp associated with the Martrou Bridge. The whole is protected by a transparent plastic sleeve, ensuring the preservation of its visual condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe right side of the envelope shows a handwritten label \"1,2 F\", likely the tariff or a period indication, typical of First Day Covers from that era. No major defects are visible on the exposed side, apart from some reflections due to the plastic protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The visible side shows no significant creases or apparent stains. The envelope is kept in a plastic sleeve, which limits exposure to dust and humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Martrou Bridge, completed in 1900 near Rochefort, is an iconic transporter bridge of French engineering. It is one of the few bridges of its kind still existing in Europe, recognized for its mobile system allowing ships to pass on the Charente without interrupting road traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and professional packaging guaranteed by AFW. We take particular care in protecting each item to ensure secure delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC, Martrou bridge, Rochefort, French philately, first day cover, first day postmark, bridge stamp, Charente architecture, illustrated envelope, French stamp cover, philatelic issue\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54323899203911,"sku":"51365-b66b8ae0-91dc-4eca-abd7-46549f16c429-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_c3b71378-79dd-41c7-8857-44612db3cb52.jpg?v=1783723644","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-pont-de-martrou-rochefort-philatelie-first-day-cover","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}