{"product_id":"feuillet-cef-philatelie-auray-oblitere-illustration-bretagne","title":"CEF philately Auray stamped souvenir sheet illustration Brittany","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 highlights the town of Auray, located in Brittany, through a careful and illustrated presentation. On the visible side, there is a black and white photograph of a picturesque and typical street in Auray, lined with old half-timbered and stone houses. The image is enhanced by a thin frame, adding an elegant and classic touch to the whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the upper left corner of the sheet, an official stamp is affixed, accompanied by a clear postmark bearing the mention \"Auray\" as well as a stylized illustration of the town. This first-day postmark (visible in circular form) attests to the philatelic nature of the item, sought after for its documentary and postal value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet also features an explanatory text printed in two columns, recounting the history, architectural features, and atmosphere of the town of Auray. The characters are clear and legible, offering rich additional information about the Breton commune and its heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe entire sheet is published by CEF, a reference in illustrated philatelic souvenirs in France. On the left, on the visible margin, are the mention \"CEF\", the catalog number 508, and the indication of a limited edition, confirming the official aspect of the document. The copy number \"5404\" is also printed on the lower border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe general presentation is clean, with an off-white dominant and contrasts marked by the black of the photograph and the text. No major defects are observable on the visible side: the surface appears flat, without apparent stains or creases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is. Visible side in good general condition, with no major apparent defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e CEF (Courrier d’Entreprise à la Française) sheets are sought after for their print quality and historical documentation. They are generally published in limited editions, with each sheet being numbered and often associated with a \"first day\" postmark related to the theme, here the town of Auray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping, careful packaging, and professional service ensured by AFW - Antique France Worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: philatelic sheet, CEF, Auray, Brittany, canceled stamp, first day, philatelic souvenir, town illustration, postal document, philatelic card, French FDC, philately France\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54343802487111,"sku":"51824-600ff702-6caf-4073-9010-167da849cb56-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_face14f6-fb44-4742-a5e3-86ccd9df1367.jpg?v=1784056704","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-cef-philatelie-auray-oblitere-illustration-bretagne","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}