{"product_id":"feuillet-cef-la-cite-des-sciences-paris-timbre-oblitere-philatelie-france","title":"CEF Leaflet La Cité des Sciences Paris canceled stamp 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 highlights the Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie (City of Science and Industry) in Paris. It features a graphic illustration signed by Jacques Gauthier, a renowned engraver, accompanied by a French postage stamp specifically \"First Day\" cancelled in Paris, with the characteristic circular postmark. The whole is printed on a white sheet with a black border, in a rectangular format, with careful printing and clear details. The printed text explains the origin, mission, and architecture of the Cité des Sciences, highlighting its opening in 1986.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the right side of the sheet, the words \"LA CITÉ DES SCIENCES ET DE L’INDUSTRIE\" appear in black typography, associated with the stamp illustrating a modern building and a sphere, as well as the commemorative cancellation \"Premier Jour 14 MARS 1986 A PARIS\". The central visual, made with fine, contrasting lines, evokes the contemporary architecture of the site. The lower part contains a detailed explanatory text in French about the history and educational mission of the Cité.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe left side of the sheet displays the publisher's mention \"Éditions CEF\", the edition number \"N° 820 du catalogue CEF\", and the reference \"2730\" printed at the bottom. The sheet is inserted into a transparent plastic sleeve with perforations, designed for binder storage, typical of CEF philatelic editions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of first-day sheet (FDC – First Day Cover) is sought after for its print quality, the presence of the cancelled stamp, and the careful editorial presentation. The overall appearance is clean, with no visible defects on the shown side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible part shows no tears or apparent creases; the print remains clear and the colors are well preserved, with shades of black, white, and a hint of color in the central illustration.\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 major defects; the whole appears in good visual condition. Protective sleeve included in the photo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie was inaugurated on March 14, 1986, on the site of the former Grande Halle de la Villette in Paris. Today, it is one of Europe's largest centers for the dissemination of scientific and technical culture, welcoming millions of visitors each year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour purchase will be shipped quickly and carefully packaged by a professional seller to ensure the safety and quality of the shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day sheet, CEF, La Villette stamp, FDC France, Paris cancellation, French philately, illustrated envelope, commemorative, scientific exhibition, La Cité des Sciences, French stamp, science museum Paris, cancelled sheet, CEF philately edition\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54350974746951,"sku":"51983-32ff0d74-b7bd-418f-9be0-b26673e1cbad-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_d683cdcd-751f-4259-ad55-fab10a73a15d.jpg?v=1784152682","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-cef-la-cite-des-sciences-paris-timbre-oblitere-philatelie-france","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}