{"product_id":"feuillet-philatelique-cef-chateau-de-montsegur-oblitere-illustration-gravee","title":"Philatelic sheet CEF Château de Montségur cancelled engraved illustration","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 (Connaissance et Étude de la Philatélie Française), features the Château de Montségur, an emblematic monument of Occitan medieval history. On the left side, a colored engraved illustration, signed by Claude Durrens (1st Grand Prix de Rome for engraving), depicts the ruins of the castle on its rocky outcrop, under a cloudy sky with bluish-gray hues. The drawing accurately renders the texture of the stones and the atmosphere of the site, accentuating the dramatic character of the place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the right, a text printed in black typography details the history of the Château de Montségur, written in a refined style. At the top right is the title \"Château de Montségur\" in a Gothic font. The sheet also features a specific postage stamp, illustrated by the same artist, franked with a legible round cancellation \"CHATEAU DE MONTSEGUR 09 LAVELANET\", dated September 6, 1975. The stamp is positioned in the upper part of the illustration, with a commemorative vignette associated with the Cathar site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the left side, the following mentions are visible: \"N° 737 du catalogue CEF\", \"Modèle Déposé\" (Registered Design), as well as information about the publisher and printing. The individual sheet number \"972\" is printed at the bottom left, attesting to a limited edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe presentation of this sheet is typical of French commemorative philatelic productions, with a neat layout, golden border, and explanatory texts. No major defects or signs of wear are visible on the presented side.\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 signs of damage or apparent folds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Château de Montségur is a major site in Cathar history. In 1244, it was the scene of a tragic siege that marked the end of Cathar resistance against the crusade led by the Church. This place has become a strong symbol of Occitan identity and medieval memory in the south of France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping ensured by a specialized professional seller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: philatelic sheet, CEF, Château de Montségur, commemorative stamp, engraved illustration, Catharism, special cancellation, philatelic card, Montségur stamp, French FDC, medieval history, limited edition, philately France\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54348242846023,"sku":"51928-781b06e0-3217-47c9-8ce8-3b03b63819e6-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_271ff68e-837b-4622-9f7a-8be47861b931.jpg?v=1784119687","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-philatelique-cef-chateau-de-montsegur-oblitere-illustration-gravee","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}