{"product_id":"feuillet-philatelique-cef-les-gorges-du-verdon-timbre-oblitere-france","title":"CEF stamp sheet The Gorges du Verdon postmarked stamp France","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 (Centrale d'Édition Philatélique), honors the Gorges du Verdon, an emblematic natural site in the south of France. On the left side, a black and white photograph captures the impressive verticality of the gorges, framing a luminous view of the river below. The shot highlights the depth and spectacular relief of this natural landscape, highly renowned for its steep cliffs and preserved environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the right, the sheet features a French stamp illustrated with a stylized view of the gorges, accompanied by a special \"Gorges du Verdon – Bauduen – Premier Jour\" (First Day) postmark. The circular postmark is clear and legible, enhancing the philatelic interest of this piece. The text printed in a column details the history, geography, and tourist importance of the site, offering precise and informative documentary context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe presentation features a thin gold frame around the photograph and text, accentuating the neat and official appearance of the sheet. On the left margin, you can find the mentions \"CEF\" and publishing information, including the print run number, reserved rights, and the reference \"N° 446 du Catalogue CEF\". The sheet also bears the individual number 5707, visible at the bottom left.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe support is pre-perforated on the left for filing, typical of philatelic sheets collected in a specialized binder. The visible surface appears clean, with no apparent signs of wear, folds, or stains, attesting to very good preservation for this type of item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis sheet thus combines a commemorative stamp, a First Day postmark, an explanatory text, and careful iconography, elements sought after by enthusiasts of thematic philately and French heritage.\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 is clean, with no major observable defects. No folds, stains, or tears are visible in the provided photograph. The overall condition is very good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Since 1976, the CEF (Centrale d’Édition Philatélique) has been producing illustrated sheets combining a stamp, a First Day postmark, and an explanatory note, to highlight major sites, monuments, and events of French heritage. These sheets are published in limited editions, often between 10,000 and 40,000 copies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping are guaranteed by a professional seller. Each shipment receives special attention to ensure the best protection for your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: philatelic sheet, CEF, France stamp, First Day postmark, Les Gorges du Verdon, thematic philately, CEF sheet, illustrated sheet, commemorative stamp, folder stamp, Verdon stamp, pre-perforated sheet, natural heritage France\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54365590618439,"sku":"52231-c7013969-7471-4496-88d4-d18ca62b98ea-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_b1cb7861-6a50-4ee8-b560-6facbaef58df.jpg?v=1784318869","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-philatelique-cef-les-gorges-du-verdon-timbre-oblitere-france","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}