Sheet CEF Nature de France marcasite stamp 2.00 F minerals philately

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Description

This CEF philatelic sheet, visible in the photo, belongs to the "Nature de France" series dedicated to minerals, and features marcasite. It is an illustrated sheet with a detailed explanatory text about marcasite, a stylized central drawing of a figure adorned with a mineral, and a French 2.00 franc stamp depicting marcasite. The whole is presented rectangularly on white paper, with a neat layout typical of CEF sheets.

On the left side, there is a mention of the limited edition of 33,800 copies and the individual number 10132 inscribed at the bottom. The insert also features the CEF (Connaissance et Enthousiasme du Timbre et de la Philatélie) mark printed on the side margin, confirming the authenticity of the product.

The main visual in the center combines geometric design and mineral illustration, with a sober color palette: grey, purple, and blue for the mineral, and neutral tones for the stylized face. To the right, the "Nature de France - Minéraux" stamp is accompanied by a First Day cancellation, dated September 8, 1990, in Paris, which enhances the philatelic interest of this sheet.

The explanatory text, in French, details the properties, formation, and use of marcasite, offering an educational and informative aspect to the whole. The sheet's structure, with perforations on the left, allows for easy storage in a philatelic binder.

The general condition of the sheet, according to the photo, appears clean with a neat presentation and no visible defects on the exposed side. The colors remain well contrasted, and the text print is perfectly legible.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The visible side is in good general condition, with no major signs of wear or apparent alteration.

Did you know? CEF sheets have been published in France since the 1960s, often in limited editions, to accompany the release of new stamps. They combine illustration, thematic text, and First Day cancellation, making them popular supports for philatelic presentation and study.

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