{"product_id":"feuillet-philatelique-cef-andre-chantemesse-1851-1919-oblitere-timbre-france","title":"CEF André Chantemesse 1851-1919 canceled souvenir sheet, French stamp","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 philatelic sheet, published by the CEF (Carterie Éditions Philatéliques), pays tribute to André Chantemesse (1851-1919), a French physician and bacteriologist. The main illustration features a detailed portrait of André Chantemesse, surrounded by elements evoking his scientific world, including several vials and laboratory instruments, reproduced in a black and white engraving style with shades of grey. In the background, a cancelled French postage stamp is visible, postmarked with a round stamp dated June 23, 1982, in Le Puy, bearing the initials \"A.C.\" and the scientist's face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet is enhanced with a printed biographical text on the right, tracing André Chantemesse's career and major discoveries, particularly his research on typhoid and Eberth's bacillus. The entire document adopts an elegant presentation, with a golden-brown frame around the central part, reinforcing the commemorative nature of the issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe mentions \"N° 654 du catalogue CEF\" and \"9381\" are visible on the left margin, confirming the limited edition of the sheet. On the side, printing and limited edition information is also featured, typical of CEF productions. The paper shows a matte lined effect on the visible part, typical of contemporary philatelic sheets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe stamp, visible at the top right, is accompanied by an illustration related to the scientific theme and André Chantemesse's biography. The special cancellation enhances the philatelic interest of this sheet, identifiable as a \"first day cover\" or \"first day cancellation.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis sheet is intended for thematic philately enthusiasts and fits perfectly into a collection dedicated to great names in medicine, French scientists, or modern commemorative issues.\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 good general preservation, with no apparent stains or folds on the illustrated area. The margins and side perforations are clean. Only the front side is visible: the condition of the back or any hidden defects cannot be guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \nAndré Chantemesse played a key role in the fight against typhoid fever in France at the end of the 19th century. He contributed to the development of water disinfection methods and was one of the first to demonstrate the importance of public hygiene in preventing epidemics, marking the history of preventive medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging by a professional seller. Your purchase receives special attention to preserve the integrity of the sheet during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: philatelic sheet, CEF, André Chantemesse, France stamp, first day cancellation, thematic philately, French scientist, commemorative issue, illustrated sheet, stamp sheet, French FDC, stamped biography, medicine and health\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54357859565895,"sku":"52104-254a95a1-295a-4308-9cbe-5ff9673a530b-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_9a7b75b7-da19-43e6-adfd-72d70f8ca88c.jpg?v=1784242678","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-philatelique-cef-andre-chantemesse-1851-1919-oblitere-timbre-france","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}