{"product_id":"feuillet-cef-conseil-de-leurope-strasbourg-oblitere-philatelie-timbres","title":"CEF Council of Europe Strasbourg perforated philately stamps","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis illustrated philatelic sheet, issued by the CEF (Courrier d’Entreprise à la Française), honors the Council of Europe. On the visible side, three stamps of different colors (green, red, and blue) are distinguishable, each bearing the inscription \"Conseil de l’Europe\" and face values (1.90, 2.20). A round postmark indicates \"Strasbourg Conseil de l’Europe\" and the date May 5, 1989, accompanied by a star motif. The main illustration on the right depicts the Palace of Europe, the Council's headquarters, in orange and red tones, adorned with yellow stars reminiscent of the European flag. The whole is framed by a black and white graphic frieze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet also features an explanatory text in French, detailing the history and role of the Council of Europe, with a special mention of the illustrator Charles Bridoux, graphic designer and stamp artist. Several pieces of information on the mission and actions of the Council of Europe are printed at the bottom of the sheet, as well as references to Europe Day and the protection of human rights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the left border, the mention \"CEF\" is present, along with a catalog reference (\"N° 1583 S du catalogue CEF\"). The sheet is kept in a transparent plastic sleeve, perforated on the left side, allowing for easy archiving in a philatelic binder. The number \"7622\" is displayed at the bottom left.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe apparent condition is good: colors are vibrant, printing is sharp, and the sheet shows no visible creases, stains, or tears on the photographed side. The plastic sleeve also appears clean and in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUsed item, sold as is. Please examine the photo carefully to judge the exact condition of the sheet and the postmark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \nThe Council of Europe, founded in 1949, is the oldest European intergovernmental organization dedicated to the promotion of human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. Its headquarters are located in Strasbourg, at the Palace of Europe, a building inaugurated in 1977 and designed by architect Henry Bernard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCareful packaging, fast shipping, and guaranteed tracking. Sale conducted by a professional, specialist in philatelic material and postal souvenirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day sheet, CEF Strasbourg, Council of Europe stamp, philatelic postmark, FDC, philatelic souvenir, commemorative stamps, Europe stamps, philatelic sheet, first day cover, postmarked sheet, Charles Bridoux\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54364301754695,"sku":"52213-da8f2e5c-a26e-45a4-afa4-42c4e72f8940-PA0.02","price":1.39,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_58201722-63d6-46ec-91ca-ee7355a07e34.jpg?v=1784308068","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-cef-conseil-de-leurope-strasbourg-oblitere-philatelie-timbres","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}