CEF Leaflet National Centre for Telecommunications Studies 1984 Philately Stamp

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Description

This illustrated philatelic sheet is published by Éditions CEF, specializing in philatelic souvenirs. It commemorates the National Telecommunications Research Center (CNET) in 1984, with a layout typical of First Day Covers (FDC). On the left side, a contemporary graphic illustration by Charles Bridoux features a stylized telephone receiver, colored arcs evoking waves or networks, and an orbiting satellite, all against a starry background. The composition plays on sharp contrasts: cyan blue, magenta, yellow, and black, enhancing the modern visual impact of the scene.

The right side of the sheet presents a printed text recounting the history of CNET, accompanied by a franked postage stamp (face value 3.00 francs) and a first day cancellation dated 1984 in Paris. The stamp reproduces the central motif designed by Charles Bridoux, as specified below the illustration. The official mentions "CEF", "Premier Jour" (First Day), the date, and the location are perfectly legible around the cancellation mark.

The sheet is framed by a golden line and printed on smooth cardstock, with a neat presentation typical of CEF issues. The visible edges show a clean cut and professional printing. The whole highlights both the stamp's graphic design and the educational aspect, with detailed accompanying text on the history of telecommunications in France.

This type of CEF sheet is sought after for its commemorative and educational aspect, combining graphic artwork, an official stamp, and a first-day cancellation in a single presentation. It is part of the tradition of illustrated philatelic souvenirs, designed to record important dates and institutions in the postal and telecommunications sector.

The visible side shows no major defects: no chips, folds, or apparent stains on the printed area. The inscriptions on the border confirm the CEF edition and the limited print run.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible side appears in good overall condition, with no major observable defects.

Did you know? The National Telecommunications Research Center (CNET), created in 1944, played a key role in the development of telephone networks and telecommunications innovations in France, particularly with the implementation of advanced satellite and computer systems from the 1970s-80s onwards.

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