{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-richelieu-1970-la-rochelle-philatelie-historique-fdc","title":"First Day Cover Richelieu 1970 La Rochelle historical 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\u003eIllustrated First Day Cover (FDC) dedicated to the history of France and the figure of Cardinal Richelieu. The visible side features a color illustration of Richelieu in bust, dressed in red and blue, holding a document. In the background, a naval scene with several ships evokes maritime history and the Siege of La Rochelle. The illustration is signed \"Decaris.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the upper left, the inscription \"PREMIER JOUR D'ÉMISSION N°758 HISTORIQUE F.D.C.\" is visible. The affixed stamp, valued at 1.45 francs, bears the inscription \"RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE.\" A circular black postmark occupies the right side, with the inscription \"PREMIER JOUR 17 OCT. 1970 LA ROCHELLE,\" accompanied by a stylized portrait of Richelieu and maritime motifs. A handwritten \"12f\" label is also visible on the protective sleeve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe item is presented in a transparent plastic sleeve, protecting the envelope and its illustration. The main colors are red, blue, black, and white, with graphic details typical of 1970s French philatelic issues. No major defects appear on the visible side, apart from some reflections due to the plastic protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe illustrated part occupies the left half of the envelope, while the postmark and stamp are well-centered on the right. This First Day Cover is a historical correspondence item, very representative of French philatelic commemorations, especially those concerning great national figures like Richelieu.\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 noticeable signs of wear. Protective sleeve present, with some reflections visible in the photo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Cardinal Richelieu, minister to Louis XIII, played a decisive role during the Siege of La Rochelle (1627-1628), a historical episode symbolized on this envelope. First Day Covers (FDCs) are issued to mark the official release of a stamp and feature a special postmark, dated the day of issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping assured by a professional seller specializing in philatelic and historical items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: FDC envelope, first day cover, Richelieu, La Rochelle, historical stamp, French philately, postal mark, history of France, Cardinal de Richelieu, illustrated letter, French first day cover, philately France\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54324265255239,"sku":"51399-4c539ae7-9a5c-4b99-a26e-5fcd4d401bc7-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_5ac6c51a-795e-49ee-826a-7d9d85ce6ac2.jpg?v=1783744045","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-richelieu-1970-la-rochelle-philatelie-historique-fdc","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}