{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-rouen-cathedrale-blason-philatelie-historique-fdc","title":"First day cover Rouen cathedral coat of arms philately historical 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 illustrated envelope is a \"First Day Cover\" (FDC) issued to mark the release of a stamp dedicated to Rouen Cathedral. On the visible side, it features a detailed black illustration of the facade of Rouen Cathedral, accompanied by the city's historic coat of arms, recognizable by its red shield adorned with a lamb and three golden fleurs-de-lis on a blue background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the upper left, the inscription \"PREMIER JOUR D'ÉMISSION No 21\" is clearly printed in red, followed by the English translation \"FIRST DAY COVER\". A round blue postmark bears the inscription \"PREMIER JOUR CATHEDRALE DE ROUEN 19 OCT. 57 ROUEN\", indicating the precise date of issue of the stamp and the city concerned. The stamp, visible in the upper right, also features an architectural motif and a dominant red hue, in harmony with the overall graphic design of the envelope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the right side, the inscription \"ENVELOPPE HISTORIQUE OFFICIELLE\" is printed in blue. The typewritten address of a recipient in Le Mans is also present on the lower part, adding an authentic and typical aspect of philatelic envelopes from that period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface of the envelope visible in the photo is protected by a transparent plastic film, which helps to preserve the overall condition of the object. No details are visible regarding the back or inside of the envelope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe envelope appears clean and legible on the visible side, with some reflections and creases related to the plastic protection. The prints, stamps, and colors remain very clear. Used item, sold as is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \nThe \"first day of issue\" principle involves postmarking a stamp on the very day of its official release, usually with a specific postmark related to the stamp's theme. FDC envelopes are highly sought after for their documentary value and graphic quality, often associated with emblematic events or monuments, as here with Rouen Cathedral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging by a professional seller. Your envelope will be protected with the greatest care to ensure its preservation during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC France, first day cover, Rouen philately, cathedral stamp, historic postmark, Rouen coat of arms, illustrated envelope, philately France, commemorative envelope, 1957 issue, stamped envelope\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54325580628295,"sku":"51426-e2eb4c42-9e12-40cd-ac57-9e0aa5ecc2a0-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_9a4ca973-059c-439d-bd3d-2e7099606604.jpg?v=1783772941","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-rouen-cathedrale-blason-philatelie-historique-fdc","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}