{"product_id":"feuillet-cef-cordouan-n-729-timbre-oblitere-le-verdon-philatelie-france","title":"Leaf CEF Cordouan No. 729 cancelled stamp Le Verdon philately France","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 CEF philatelic sheet features the Cordouan Lighthouse, an emblematic monument of French maritime heritage. On the visible side, the sheet presents an artistic illustration of the lighthouse against a marine landscape, created by Jacques Gauthier (indicated as Grand Prix de Rome for engraving and professor at the Beaux-Arts in Caen). The nighttime scene highlights the architectural silhouette of the lighthouse, emphasized by bluish and dark tones that evoke the atmosphere of the Atlantic coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the upper left, the mention \"CORDOUAN\" appears in capital letters, clearly identifying the subject of the sheet. Just below, a stamp illustrating the Cordouan Lighthouse is affixed, with a special \"LE VERDON SUR MER\" postmark, dated, which confirms the philatelic dimension of this item. The stamp and postmark are clearly visible and sharp on the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe text printed on the lower part details the history and characteristics of the Cordouan Lighthouse, its architectural importance, and the technical evolutions of its lighting through the centuries. The sheet adopts a horizontal rectangular format, typical of CEF issues, with a brown border and careful finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the left margin, the mention \"N° 729 du catalogue CEF\" as well as the printing reference and the copy number (here 1527) are clearly legible, indicating a limited edition. The presence of the CEF logo and information on the print run add to the authenticity of this French philatelic product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall condition is good, with no apparent defects on the visible side: no folds, chips, or noticeable stains on the illustration, text, or stamp. The colors are well preserved, and the printing remains crisp, making it an ideal item for stamp collectors or maritime history enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is, with no visible defects on the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Cordouan lighthouse, located at the mouth of the Gironde, is the oldest active lighthouse in France and the only one classified as a historical monument since 1862. Its initial construction dates back to the end of the 16th century, and it is now recognized for its remarkable classical architecture and its pioneering role in the history of maritime signaling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour order will be processed professionally, benefiting from careful packaging and fast shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: Cordouan philatelic sheet, CEF stamp, Le Verdon postmark, Cordouan lighthouse, France stamp sheet, limited edition, French philately, CEF N°729, stamp on sheet, lighthouse stamp, maritime history, Jacques Gauthier\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54346372972871,"sku":"51880-95182df3-03ef-409d-815e-b601cf8899ec-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_57b497e7-510b-4eb3-8807-da351bf23b58.jpg?v=1784090303","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-cef-cordouan-n-729-timbre-oblitere-le-verdon-philatelie-france","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}