{"product_id":"feuillet-philatelique-cef-europa-1972-cathedrale-aix-la-chapelle-timbres-obliter","title":"Philatelic sheet CEF Europa 1972 Aachen Cathedral canceled stamps","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, visible in the photo, highlights the 1972 Europa issue. It features a carefully designed layout with two canceled French postage stamps, each accompanied by its First Day Postmark, as well as a central color photograph of Aachen Cathedral. The sheet is inserted into a dedicated transparent plastic sleeve, typical of CEF editions, with the serial number visible at the bottom left (No. 17221).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the left side of the sheet, there is an orange-red stamp with the inscription \"EUROPA CEF 0.90 République Française\" and a round postmark \"PREMIER JOUR PARIS 22 AVRIL 1972\". On the right side, a second yellow stamp, illustrated by the cathedral, bears the postmark \"CONSEIL DE L'EUROPE 22-4-1972 STRASBOURG\". These postmarks certify a First Day cancellation, highly sought after in philately for its documentary and historical value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe central photograph highlights the architecture of Aachen Cathedral, an emblematic image of European heritage, with a vivid blue sky in the background. Below the photo, the caption \"La Cathédrale d’Aix-la-Chapelle\" is clearly legible. The sheet features an elegant golden frame, typical of CEF productions from that period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe text printed in the center of the sheet, in French, details the history and symbolism of the 1972 Europa stamps, the meaning of the motif, and the context of the issue. This sheet is referenced \"Modèle Déposé\" (Registered Design) on the sleeve, and the mention \"ÉDITIONS CEF\" appears in the left margin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe individual serial number \"17221\" is printed at the bottom left of the sheet, guaranteeing its authenticity within the limited edition. The sheet is presented in excellent visual condition, with no apparent defects on the visible side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is, sheet inserted in its original plastic sleeve. Very good overall condition, with no visible defects on the presented side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Europa stamps have been issued annually since 1956 by European postal administrations to symbolize cooperation between the countries of the continent. The 1972 edition pays tribute to the European Conference of Postal and Telecommunications Administrations (CEPT) and highlights Aachen Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1978.\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. Your order will be handled with the utmost care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: first day sheet, Europa 1972 stamp, CEF France, Strasbourg postmark, Paris postmark, Aachen Cathedral, French philately, CEPT edition, FDC Europa, first day cover, France philatelic sheet, Europa stamp FDC\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54338846032199,"sku":"51752-a9e86aac-8198-419f-a35f-5d026b6cb9a3-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_03a4e377-dc61-482e-a1dc-fec6e782ba87.jpg?v=1784002905","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-philatelique-cef-europa-1972-cathedrale-aix-la-chapelle-timbres-obliter","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}