{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-usine-maremotrice-france-saint-malo-fdc-philatelie","title":"First Day Cover Tidal Power Plant France Saint-Malo FDC philately","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 (FDC) features a colorful illustration depicting a map of the Saint-Malo region, with the inscription \"Usine marémotrice de la France\" (Tidal Power Plant of France) and \"Grande réalisation française\" (Major French achievement). It highlights the iconic Rance Tidal Power Plant, a major hydraulic engineering project in France. The main visible colors are blue, yellow, and red, with cartographic details and geographical landmarks (Côtes du Nord, Ille-et-Vilaine, Saint-Malo, Dinard, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe postal cancellation \"PREMIER JOUR D'ÉMISSION\" (First Day of Issue) with the date September 26, 1966, and the location \"SAINT-SERVAN\" is clearly legible, attesting to the authenticity of this First Day Cover. A postage stamp illustrating the tidal power plant is affixed on the right, with a perfectly centered First Day cancellation on the stamp. In the lower left, the \"First Day Cover\" logo is clearly printed in red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe item is protected by a transparent plastic sleeve, which helps preserve the envelope's condition and keeps it safe from dust and moisture. The visible surface shows no major signs of wear, stains, or creases, with the exception of some reflections from the plastic protection. A small handwritten label \"10F\" is affixed to the lower right part of the envelope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis First Day Cover stands out for the richness of its illustration and the precision of its inscriptions. The graphic elements and cancellation marks give the item philatelic and historical value, particularly for enthusiasts of French technical achievements and postal history.\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 is well-preserved, with no apparent major defects. The plastic sleeve effectively protects the envelope. The overall condition is consistent with a carefully preserved antique item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Rance Tidal Power Plant, commissioned in 1966, was the world's first tidal power station intended for large-scale electricity production using tidal energy. It remains today an iconic site of French engineering and an international reference in renewable energy utilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping, careful packaging, and professional service to ensure the safety and satisfaction when sending this philatelic item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: First Day Cover, FDC France, Rance Tidal Power Plant, Saint-Malo philately, First Day stamp, canceled stamp, illustrated map France, First Day Cover, Saint-Servan cancellation, commemorative envelope, tidal energy, French FDC\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54328307220807,"sku":"51508-7bf0aa99-3eb1-43ad-864d-743b9d240c62-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_f6417a79-06b8-41c7-8562-76ddbd7798ae.jpg?v=1783822138","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-usine-maremotrice-france-saint-malo-fdc-philatelie","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}