Sheet CEF Lens National Philatelic Congress stamp €2.20 France

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Description

This CEF philatelic souvenir sheet honors the city of Lens on the occasion of the National Congress of Philatelic Societies of France. The visible side features a central framed illustration of a stylized representation of an emblematic building, surrounded by a graphic landscape in shades of blue, green, and black, with a mountainous background and detailed architectural elements. The whole is highlighted by a sober and elegant black frame.

In the upper right corner of the sheet is a French Poste stamp, with a face value of €2.20, depicting a building in pinkish tones, accompanied by a commemorative postmark "CONGRÈS NATIONAL DES SOCIÉTÉS PHILATÉLIQUES DE FRANCE – LENS 1995". This postmark highlights the event-specific nature of the sheet and certifies its authenticity for this particular congress.

The sheet also includes an explanatory text in French, recounting the history of the city of Lens, its architectural heritage, and the importance of the region in French history. The lower part bears the inscription "LENS – CONGRÈS NATIONAL DES SOCIÉTÉS PHILATÉLIQUES DE FRANCE" in capital letters, reinforcing the commemorative dimension of the item.

On the left margin, you can find the mention "CEF" as well as the issue references, the sheet number "8056", and the name of the illustrator, Marie-Noëlle COFFIN. The sheet is perforated on the left for easy storage in a philatelic album.

The visible side shows no obvious signs of wear, creases, or stains; the colors remain vibrant and the inscriptions are perfectly legible. This sheet is a typical item for French philately, sought after for its original illustration and regional theme.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The overall condition of the sheet is good, with no major apparent defects on the visible side.

Did you know? The CEF (Courrier d’Entreprise à Faciale) series of souvenir sheets is issued to commemorate major events in French philately, often in limited editions. These sheets are appreciated for the quality of their illustrations, created by renowned artists, and serve as official cultural dissemination tools for national congresses and philatelic events.

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