CEF Booklet National Academy of Medicine 150th Anniversary First Day Stamp

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Description

This official philatelic sheet illustrates the one hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the National Academy of Medicine. It is a CEF (Cercle des Émisions de France) sheet, identifiable by its cardboard presentation and typical framing, with the inscription "No 185 du Catalogue CEF" on the left, as well as the individual number 6743 at the bottom left. The composition includes an explanatory text printed in black, accompanied by a large illustration in burgundy depicting a stylized portrait of a historical figure, associated with a stylized medical caduceus in the background.

At the bottom right of the sheet, a 0.45 F postage stamp is affixed, bearing the effigy of a person in period costume, with the mention "150th anniversary of the National Academy of Medicine" and a "First Day" postmark dated Paris, explicitly legible and conforming to the philatelic tradition of commemorative issues. The whole is presented on a white cardboard support with brown framing, typical of CEF editions, and a meticulous finish.

The text printed in the center details the history and role of the National Academy of Medicine, evoking its foundation and its missions in the French medical landscape since the 19th century. The typography is clear and legible, reinforcing the official and documentary aspect of this sheet. The upper part of the sheet is titled "Cent cinquantième anniversaire de l’Académie Nationale de Médecine," confirming the commemorative nature of the item.

The ensemble presents a harmony of sober colors: dominant white, burgundy illustration, purple stamp, and black postmark. The wide margins and perforation on the left indicate a presentation intended for a specialized binder or album, common for CEF sheets.

This sheet is aimed at the world of French philately, and more specifically at the theme of medical and scientific commemorations. It is a "First Day document" conforming to CEF editorial standards, recognized for the quality of its limited editions and its attention to iconographic detail.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The image shows a sheet in very good visual condition, with no apparent defects, sharp corners, no visible traces of creases or stains. Neat presentation conforming to the tradition of CEF sheets.

Did you know? The "First Day" tradition in philately consists of issuing a commemorative stamp accompanied by a specific postal postmark, only available on the official launch date and place. CEF sheets are renowned for documenting these issues, offering an explanatory and artistic support, appreciated for the richness of their iconography and the precision of their historical texts.

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