Philatelic Sheet CEF Meridian Arc Measurements 1986 Maupertuis La Condamine

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Description

This philatelic sheet published by CEF honors the measurements of meridian arcs carried out between 1736 and 1986, with a focus on Maupertuis and La Condamine. On the left side, a portrait of Pierre-Louis Moreau de Maupertuis is printed, wearing a characteristic toque, next to a geodesic diagram representing the meridian arc, illustrated in pink and beige tones. On the right side of the sheet are two stamps: one French, with a face value of 3.00 francs, illustrated with two portraits and geometric symbols, the other Finnish, displaying a portrait and scientific elements. Both stamps are cancelled, one with a clear imprint mentioning Paris 1986, the other with a cancellation visible on the right.

The upper part of the sheet bears the title "MESURES D’ARCS DE MÉRIDIEN 1736-1986" (MEASUREMENTS OF MERIDIAN ARCS 1736-1986) followed by the names "MAUPERTUIS - LA CONDAMINE". Further down, a caption specifies that the illustration was created by Jean-Paul Lemonnier, graphic designer-illustrator. The whole is printed on white paper with a light brown frame, with a neat presentation typical of CEF editions.

In the center, the text printed in French traces the history of geodesic measurements and explains the scientific importance of these expeditions, citing in particular the work of Newton, Eratosthenes, Maupertuis and La Condamine. Several scientific figures and symbols are visible, reinforcing the educational and historical dimension of the sheet.

The sheet has a horizontal layout, with regular margins, and clear printing of texts, illustrations and stamps. No printing defects are visible on the front presented. The dominant colors are white, brown, pink, gray and blue for the stamps. The whole evokes the world of commemorative and scientific philately.

This sheet is typical of CEF productions, specializing in the publication of philatelic souvenirs with an educational or historical vocation, often sought after for their print quality and the richness of their thematic illustration.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible side has a clear and clean print, with no apparent defects or folds; slight traces due to handling possible, without affecting readability or visual appeal.

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