{"product_id":"feuillet-philatelique-cef-marc-seguin-illustre-quillivic-premier-jour-timbre-fra","title":"Marc Seguin CEF souvenir sheet illustrated by Quillivic first day stamp Fra","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 - Knowledge and Study of Philately), honors Marc Seguin, an emblematic figure in French industrial history. On the left side, an artistic black and white portrait of Marc Seguin stands out against a nuanced yellow background, signed by the illustrator René Quillivic, Grand Prix de Rome winner and renowned engraver. The mention \"LES HOMMES CÉLÈBRES – Marc SEGUIN\" (FAMOUS MEN – Marc SEGUIN) appears below the portrait, followed by a note about the artist who created this sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe right side of the sheet features a detailed biographical text dedicated to Marc Seguin, tracing his major innovations in the field of metal bridges and steam locomotives. The printing is clear, with legible typography. A French commemorative stamp is integrated on the right, with a face value of 2.50 francs, also depicting Marc Seguin's portrait and illustrating a metal bridge, against a blue-green background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis sheet features a \"First Day\" postmark dated February 22, 1986, from Annonay, clearly visible on the stamp. The circular postmark highlights the philatelic dimension of the item, sought after for its commemorative and historical aspect. The whole is framed by a brown border, reinforcing the elegant and institutional appearance of the presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the left border, the reference to the CEF catalog and the mention \"Les Suivis Spéciaux du Noble Ordre des CEF\" (Special Follow-ups of the Noble Order of the CEF) are printed vertically, confirming the authenticity and provenance of the sheet. The printed text and illustrations are well-centered and show no apparent defects on the visible face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet's paper has a smooth and satin appearance, typical of CEF editions from this period. The colors are fresh, with no yellowing or visible alteration. The whole constitutes a fine example of French thematic philately centered on a significant figure of the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The sheet has a clean front, with no visible folds or stains in the photo. The sharpness of the printing and the integrity of the illustrated part are preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Marc Seguin (1786-1875) invented the tubular boiler, a major breakthrough for steam locomotives. He built the first French railway line between Saint-Étienne and Lyon, inaugurated in 1832, and was also a pioneer in the design of suspension bridges in France.\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 specializing in philately and postal collectibles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: philatelic sheet, CEF France, first day cover, Marc Seguin, Quillivic illustration, FDC France, Les Hommes Célèbres, philatelic cover, Annonay postmark, commemorative stamp, stamp France, commemorative sheet, railway history\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54361385271623,"sku":"52169-00c00aa3-639f-4531-b1b1-b85d01d707ec-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_0e310799-4a56-4a0b-b7bd-52a688746bf0.jpg?v=1784281670","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-philatelique-cef-marc-seguin-illustre-quillivic-premier-jour-timbre-fra","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}