{"product_id":"feuillet-cef-hommage-a-virgile-timbre-france-200f-philatelie-affranchi","title":"CEF Sheet Homage to Virgil France 200F stamp philately franked","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 commemorative sheet from the CEF (Courrier d’Entreprise à Faciale) series honors Virgil, the famous Latin poet, through a meticulously crafted presentation typical of French philately. The piece features a rectangular insert with golden edges, centered on a reproduction of an ancient mosaic illustrating a pastoral scene, directly related to Virgil's work. The sheet includes a French 200-franc stamp, engraved by Eugène Lacaque, visible in the upper left, as well as a perfectly legible First Day cancellation dated Paris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet is structured around several elements: at the top, the title “HOMMAGE À VIRGILE” (TRIBUTE TO VIRGIL) is printed in black capital letters. To the left and right, two columns of text recount Virgil's life and work, while the central part highlights a faithful reproduction of an ancient mosaic, surrounded by a Greek frieze motif. The black and white stamp features a detail from the mosaic, and the First Day cancellation also depicts an ancient scene with the inscription “HOMMAGE A VIRGILE 75017 PARIS.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper left part of the sheet contains technical information about the CEF issue, such as the sheet number (No. 620 S from the CEF catalog), the limited edition of 33,200 copies, and the individual sheet number visible in the lower left (8576). The side margins feature perforations for insertion into a philatelic album, which is typical of this format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe entire piece is presented on white, satin-finish paper, with an elegant and perfectly legible layout. No noticeable defects, missing parts, or signs of wear are observable on the visible side of the sheet; the surface appears in very good visual condition, without folds or apparent stains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis sheet illustrates the French philatelic tradition of highlighting literary and artistic heritage through high-quality commemorative documents.\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 notable defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The stamp affixed to this sheet was engraved by Eugène Lacaque, a renowned master engraver who signed numerous prestigious French issues. CEF sheets are sought after for their printing quality and careful presentation, combining explanatory text, art reproduction, and a First Day cancelled stamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping with tracking. Professional seller, expertise and quality service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: philatelic sheet France, First Day stamp, CEF Hommage à Virgile, franked, FDC, French philately, 200F stamp, Eugène Lacaque, philatelic document, commemorative sheet, stamp sheet France, illustrated first day sheet\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54351157887303,"sku":"51996-baf92438-f6df-4a6e-aae5-8571dc9262a5-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_fcc1c657-aab9-4ecc-9839-6a06e2ba6a22.jpg?v=1784160481","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-cef-hommage-a-virgile-timbre-france-200f-philatelie-affranchi","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}