{"product_id":"feuillet-cef-la-lettre-au-fil-des-ans-6-timbres-obliteres-journee-du-timbre-phil","title":"CEF Sheet The letter through the years 6 cancelled stamps Philatelic Stamp Day","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\u003eCommemorative philatelic sheet \"The letter through the ages\", published by the CEF (Cercle des Émissions de France) for the Journées de la Lettre (Letter Days). This sheet features six cancelled French stamps, each illustrating a significant period in the history of letters and correspondence, from antiquity to the space age. The stamps are arranged vertically on the left side of the sheet, each with a colorful illustration evoking a specific period (Antiquity, Ancient Egypt, Middle Ages, Age of Enlightenment, modern era, and space conquest).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach stamp has a face value of 3.00 (francs), accompanied by a special cancellation \"Journées de la lettre au fil des ans - Paris\". The visuals are detailed, with historical scenes and stylized characters appropriate to the period represented. To the right, a large contemporary and stylized illustration highlights the theme of written transmission through the ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet includes a long explanatory text tracing the evolution of letters from antiquity to the modern era, and notably mentions the contributions of historical figures such as Louis XI and Henri IV to the development of the French postal network. The text is printed in black on a white background, with the title \"La lettre au fil des ans\" in the upper right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA printed reference \"N° 1377 du catalogue CEF\" appears on the left edge, along with the mention \"Tirage limité\" (Limited edition) and the individual number \"1184\" at the bottom of the sheet. This sheet is presented in a three-hole punched plastic sleeve, typical of CEF presentations, allowing for optimal conservation for philately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe set is distinguished by the quality of its printing, the richness of its illustrations, and the sharpness of the cancellations. No major defects are visible on the front: vibrant colors, well-preserved texts and illustrations, no chips or apparent stains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Carefully presented, sheet protected in its original sleeve. No visible alteration on the exposed side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \nCEF (Cercle des Émissions de France) sheets are produced in limited editions and often accompany major French philatelic themes. They combine original artworks and explanatory texts, and are highly valued for their illustration quality and their educational role in spreading postal history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging ensured by a professional seller specializing in philatelic items and ancient documents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day sheet, CEF, France stamps, Stamp Day, French philately, special cancellation, letter through the ages, commemorative issue, philatelic document, stamp sheet France, French FDC, philately\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54345114583367,"sku":"51854-d8af6f5b-cb70-467a-8c94-386b8683b509-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_f6c03239-2131-4dfe-bec2-745dbf8c69be.jpg?v=1784074707","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-cef-la-lettre-au-fil-des-ans-6-timbres-obliteres-journee-du-timbre-phil","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}