{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-roses-de-france-1962-orleans-philatelie-fdc","title":"Roses of France 1962 Orléans Philately FDC 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\u003eIllustrated First Day Cover, visible in a protective plastic sleeve, dedicated to the theme \"Roses of France\". The envelope features a large color-printed floral illustration depicting a blooming rose and several buds, accompanied by a graphic background evoking an urban landscape. The print highlights shades of pink, green, and gray, with a slightly embossed effect on the main rose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe affixed stamp, matching the illustration, features the rose motif and bears the inscription \"ROSE DE FRANCE\". Two round postmarks are clearly legible: \"PREMIER JOUR ROSÉS DE FRANCE 8 SEPT 62 ORLÉANS\". These elements confirm that it is a First Day Cover (FDC) dated September 8, 1962, issued in Orléans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the upper left corner of the envelope, the inscription \"EXPOSITION INTERNATIONALE DE LA ROSE\" (International Rose Exhibition) and a handwritten number \"n° 455\" are visible. The upper right corner bears an additional postmark mentioning \"Premier Jour d'émission\" (First Day of Issue) and a small graphic rosette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe entire item is protected in a transparent plastic sleeve, suggesting careful preservation. The visible general condition is good, with no tears or apparent stains on the shown side. No details are visible on the back or inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Visible front in good condition, under plastic protection. Some reflections and creases due to the sleeve, no visible alteration on the envelope itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse and Display\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst Day Cover ideal for display in a showcase, wall framing, or presentation in a thematic philatelic album on flowers or French philately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful and fast shipping, professional packaging to guarantee the preservation of the item during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC France, philatelic item, rose stamp, Orléans 1962, roses de France, first day postmark, international rose exhibition, illustrated envelope, First Day Cover, philately France, flower stamp\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54328590434631,"sku":"51535-540607ae-a333-467b-965d-10694092099f-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_346089a2-d28c-4264-8570-3e4ba3e5a372.jpg?v=1783838039","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-roses-de-france-1962-orleans-philatelie-fdc","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}