{"product_id":"feuillet-philatelique-cef-125e-anniversaire-croix-rouge-timbre-france","title":"Philatelic sheet CEF 125th anniversary Red Cross France stamp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVisual Description\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis philatelic sheet, published by CEF, is dedicated to the 125\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e anniversary of the Red Cross. It features a central graphic composition illustrating a stylized bouquet of red crosses, tied with a wide blue ribbon, on a gradient beige background. The ensemble occupies the left side of the sheet, immediately drawing the eye with the rhythmic repetition of red crosses on green stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the top, the title \"125\u003csup\u003ee\u003c\/sup\u003e anniversaire de la Croix-Rouge\" (125\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e anniversary of the Red Cross) is clearly printed in black. On the right, a detailed text traces the history of the Red Cross, highlighting the movement's creation in 1863 in Geneva and Henri Dunant's work. This text is perfectly legible and structured in compact paragraphs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the bottom right, a French commemorative Red Cross stamp (face value 2.20 + 0.40) is present, accompanied by a red cancellation illustrating a portrait and the mention \"CROIX-ROUGE FRANÇAISE 93 LE BOURGET\". Next to the stamp, the CEF and French Red Cross logos are visible, reinforcing the philatelic authenticity of the sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet is mounted on a white cardboard sheet, with a golden frame and references printed on the left side: \"N° 520 du catalogue CEF\", \"Imprimé sur les presses de la Société Nouvelle du Phoningramme\", and the number 7202 at the bottom left. The whole is perforated for binder filing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall presentation is neat, with crisp printing and vibrant colors, typical of souvenir sheets issued by CEF for major French philatelic commemorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is. The visible side shows very satisfactory preservation: no apparent stains, scratches, or creases on the image. The colors remain vibrant, and the text and motifs are clear. Possible traces of use or slight marks on the support sheet, without altering the legibility or presentation of the sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \nThe first French Red Cross stamp was issued in 1914. Since then, the French Post Office dedicates a special issue each year, part of the proceeds of which is donated to the association. CEF sheets highlight these issues with illustrations and historical texts specific to each event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging guaranteed by a professional seller, specializing in philatelic items and postal souvenirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: philatelic sheet, Red Cross, commemorative stamp France, CEF, first day cancellation, philately souvenir, FDC card, 125 anniversary Red Cross, French Red Cross stamp, Red Cross stamp, souvenir sheet, philately France, commemorative sheet\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54355179798855,"sku":"52059-8d08bdaa-38c3-421d-b616-83aec19f1315-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_ebca46bb-03f5-4af2-adc3-0449c5607c3c.jpg?v=1784215669","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-philatelique-cef-125e-anniversaire-croix-rouge-timbre-france","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}