{"product_id":"enveloppe-premier-jour-vittel-le-casino-1963-timbre-vosges-philatelie","title":"First Day Cover Vittel Le Casino 1963 Vosges stamp 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\u003eAs a philately specialist, I am offering here an illustrated First Day Cover envelope, dedicated to Vittel and more specifically to the town's Casino. On the visible side, the envelope features a detailed polychrome illustration of the Casino building, surrounded by meticulously drawn gardens, typical of French commemorative issues. The print is sharp, with vivid colors and a faithful representation of the architectural reality of the place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTwo perfectly legible round postmarks are affixed to the envelope: they bear the inscription \"PREMIER JOUR VITTEL (Vosges) 15 JUIN 1963\", confirming the precise issue date and the authenticity of this philatelic souvenir. The cancellation covers a French stamp matching the illustration, with a motif also evoking local architecture or landscape, although the very fine details of the stamp are not entirely legible in the photo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the upper right, the inscription \"PREMIER JOUR D’ÉMISSION\" (FIRST DAY OF ISSUE) is printed in red, accompanied by additional information about the series. In the lower left, a small handwritten or printed insert bears the reference \"CDF\". The envelope is presented in a protective plastic sleeve, guaranteeing the preservation of its visual condition and limiting direct handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe paper support appears clean, with no visible stains or creases on the displayed side. The corners and edges seem sharp, with no apparent snags or scratches, which is an asset for this type of item sought after by collectors of First Day commemorative stamps and regional souvenirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe graphics, typography, and nature of the postmark allow this envelope to be identified as a typical example of French philatelic issues from the early 1960s, combining artistic illustration and postal interest.\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 major defects, as the envelope is preserved under plastic protection. The overall condition is very satisfactory based on what is observable in the image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \nFirst Day Covers (FDC) are philatelic items issued on the occasion of the official release of a new stamp. They are postmarked on the first day the stamp is put into circulation, in the locality concerned, making them privileged witnesses of postal and regional history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping ensured by a professional seller, to guarantee the safety and presentation of this philatelic document.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day cover, FDC France, Vittel stamp, Vosges postmark, French philately, illustrated envelope, 1963 issue, postal souvenir, first day cover, French first day cover, casino stamp, philatelic postcard\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54328498520391,"sku":"51529-8a17b9e6-37d3-4be0-b732-d14eb25c2a20-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_78ee677a-b3bf-424f-9af9-21d70bdd91db.jpg?v=1783834668","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/enveloppe-premier-jour-vittel-le-casino-1963-timbre-vosges-philatelie","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}