CEF Sheet Marianne Sabine 1979 France canceled stamps philately

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Description

This thematic stamp sheet, published by CEF, showcases the main French "Marianne" and "Sabine" stamps issued between 1944 and 1979. The visible part features a carefully arranged composition of ten authentic stamps, each representing a historical Marianne, from Dulac (1944) to Béquet (1976), as well as a large illustrated reproduction of the 0.70 franc Sabine stamp in bright pink, with the inscription "FRANCE POSTES".

The original stamps are arranged on a light blue background, accompanied by their names and years of issue: Dulac (1944), Decaris (1960), Gandon (1945), Muller (1955), Cocteau (1959), à la NEF (1959), Cheffer (1969), Béquet (1976). Two "SABINE PARIS" cancellation marks are clearly visible below the line of stamps, indicating a meticulous and official philatelic presentation, typical of CEF commemorative sheets.

The sheet is framed with a golden fillet and displays an elegant aesthetic, ideal for presentation or conservation. The CEF imprint appears on the left lateral border with the mention "N° 545 du catalogue CEF" and an individual numbering (visible here: 013916), attesting to the limited edition and traceability of the product.

The dominant colors are pink, light blue, and various tones from the original stamps, offering an attractive visual contrast. The details of Marianne's profiles, French republican symbols, are sharp and well-preserved on this visible side. The inscriptions, author mentions, and years are legible and carefully printed.

This sheet is intended for philatelists looking for a visual and historical synthesis of Marianne issues, as well as for French stamp enthusiasts wishing to complete their thematic presentation around the emblematic figures of the Republic.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The visible side shows no major apparent defects; the colors are vibrant and the inscriptions clear. Some minor traces of handling or exposure may remain, without altering the overall appearance.

Did you know? The "Marianne" series has embodied the French Republic on stamps since 1944, with each version interpreted by a different artist. The "Sabine" type, designed by Pierre Gandon in 1977, is inspired by an engraving by Jacques-Louis David depicting a Sabine, a symbol of peace and national reconciliation.

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