First-day cover Saint Pierre Fourier 1966 Mirecourt postmark philately

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Description

This illustrated envelope is a first day cover dedicated to Saint Pierre Fourier, dated February 12, 1966, with a Mirecourt postmark visible on the front. The illustration in the upper left depicts a statue of Saint Pierre Fourier, accompanied by the inscription "SAINT PIERRE FOURIER A MIRECOURT - 30-11-1565" and a printed facsimile signature. The layout is typical of French commemorative envelopes of the period, with a bluish-tinted design and clear inscriptions.

The postage consists of a black and white French stamp bearing the likeness of Saint Pierre Fourier, with the inscription "RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE". Two perfectly legible round postmarks bear the date February 12, 1966, and the inscription "1565 - SAINT PIERRE FOURIER - PREMIER JOUR - MIRECOURT". The envelope is protected by a transparent plastic sleeve, suggesting particular care taken in its preservation.

The upper right corner indicates "PREMIER JOUR D’ÉMISSION - 1966 - HISTORIQUE - F.D.C.", confirming that it is a First Day Cover (FDC), highly sought after in thematic and commemorative philately. The first day postmark is perfectly centered and well-struck, which enhances the item for any presentation or specialized archiving.

The envelope paper has a smooth, white appearance, with no apparent defects on the visible side. The plastic protection allows a slight reflection to be seen, but does not obscure any important details. A small handwritten label "10f" is affixed in the lower left corner of the visible front.

The graphic composition — statue, significant dates, and postmarks — makes this envelope ideal for illustrating an episode in French postal history around the figure of Saint Pierre Fourier, particularly in Mirecourt, his hometown.

Condition

Used item, sold as is, protected by a plastic sleeve. Clean visible front, no folds or noticeable stains, clear inscriptions and postmarks.

Internal reference

10f

Did you know? First Day Covers (FDCs) are produced in limited quantities on the day a stamp is officially released. In France, this tradition dates back to the early 20th century and allows philatelists to preserve both the mint stamp and the impression of the official commemorative postmark from the first day of circulation.

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