Philatelic souvenir sheet CEF Council of Europe cancelled stamps Strasbourg

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Description

This CEF philatelic sheet highlights the Council of Europe. On the left side, three stamps are visible, each bearing the mention "Conseil de l'Europe" (Council of Europe) and a distinct face value (1.90, 2.20, and a third partially masked value). The stamps feature a stylized graphic motif reminiscent of modern architecture, with green, red, and blue colors. The cancellations are clearly marked "Strasbourg" with a star, attesting to a First Day issue.

The right side of the sheet features an illustration in orange and red hues, adorned with yellow stars, representing an iconic Council of Europe building in Strasbourg, in a contemporary graphic style. A black and white frame surrounds this illustration, adding a visual contrast effect.

The printed text details the history and role of the Council of Europe, mentioning its founding in 1949, its missions, and the scope of its conventions. The illustration on the sheet is signed by Charles Bridoux, a renowned graphic designer and illustrator in the philatelic field.

This sheet features a neat layout, typical of CEF editions, with clear printing and a structured arrangement. The vibrant colors of the stamps and the main illustration offer an attractive rendering, while the informative text completes the set. The mentions "N°136 S du catalogue CEF" and "7625" are present in the left margin and at the bottom left, ensuring traceability and authenticity within the CEF series.

The overall condition appears good: the surface of the sheet is clean, with no tears or apparent marks, the corners are crisp, and the printing remains very legible. The photo only shows the front of the sheet, with no indication of the back or the mounting.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible side appears to be in very good condition, with no major apparent defects in the image.

Did you know? The Council of Europe, founded in Strasbourg in 1949, is the oldest intergovernmental European organization. It played a key role in drafting the European Convention on Human Rights, adopted in 1950.

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