{"product_id":"feuillet-cef-le-marche-unique-europeen-1992-premier-jour-paris-philatelie","title":"Leaflet CEF THE EUROPEAN SINGLE MARKET 1992 First Day Paris Philately","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 commemorates the theme \"THE EUROPEAN SINGLE MARKET\" and features a commemorative stamp with its \"First Day\" postmark dated 1992 in Paris. The set is mounted on a white cardboard backing surrounded by a gold border, with a neat presentation typical of CEF editions. The sheet shows on the left a blue stamp illustrated with a stylized figure surrounded by stars, inspired by the work of Niki de Saint-Phalle, and on the right an enlarged reproduction of this motif with the words \"Marché Unique Européen\" (European Single Market) in yellow letters forming an arc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper part of the sheet bears the title in black capitals \"LE MARCHÉ UNIQUE EUROPÉEN\". Below, the stamp is postmarked with a round \"Premier Jour – 1992 – Paris\" (First Day – 1992 – Paris) postmark dedicated to this issue. The central illustration highlights a vibrantly colored female figure, typical of Niki de Saint-Phalle's style, surrounded by twelve golden stars referring to the European flag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA long explanatory text, printed in black on a white background, occupies the lower part of the sheet. It traces the history of the European Single Market, from the Schuman Declaration of 1950 to the Single European Act of 1986 and the Maastricht Treaty of 1992. The paragraphs are carefully aligned, and the clear typography makes it easy to read the historical information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet is inserted into a transparent plastic sleeve, with printed text on the left side: \"N° 1138 du catalogue CEF\" (CEF catalogue no. 1138), \"CEF France\", and the reference \"4053\" at the bottom left. The mention \"Tirage limité\" (Limited edition) is also visible, indicating a restricted production of this sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall presentation is typical of CEF sheets, with an elegant layout, adherence to the codes of French philately, and a valorization of European heritage through colorful and festive graphics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The sheet and plastic sleeve appear clean, with no noticeable visual defects on the exposed side. The colors remain vibrant and the overall presentation is well preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The CEF First Day sheet is a French philatelic tradition that commemorates major events or themes through an illustrated layout and a specific postmark. The artist Niki de Saint-Phalle, known for her monumental and colorful sculptures, inspired the design of the stamp dedicated to the European Single Market in 1992.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping by a professional seller. The quality of handling and protection of the item are guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: First Day sheet, CEF philately, European commemorative stamp, 1992 postmark, Niki de Saint-Phalle, European Single Market, France philately, First Day Cover, souvenir sheet, philatelic postmark, limited edition, France stamp\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54347446485319,"sku":"51909-ed18c97a-603d-4683-a6ea-1b7b9a92263c-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_9e4e836d-f1d4-4fed-a703-6e50c4e5372d.jpg?v=1784108282","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-cef-le-marche-unique-europeen-1992-premier-jour-paris-philatelie","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}