{"product_id":"feuillet-philatelique-cef-n-722-la-legion-etrangere-timbre-illustre","title":"CEF Philatelic Sheet No. 722 The French Foreign Legion Illustrated stamp","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 illustrated philatelic sheet corresponds to CEF issue No. 722, titled \"The Foreign Legion\". It is a specialized presentation, typical of French philately, published by the CEF catalog. The sheet features a color illustration depicting several Foreign Legion soldiers in uniform, signed by Jean Delpech, Grand Prix de Rome for engraving and professor at the École Polytechnique, whose signature appears below the image. The illustration is framed and occupies the left part of the sheet, highlighting the artistic and historical aspect of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the bottom left, there is a franked postage stamp, with a visible face value of 3.10 francs. The stamp is accompanied by a special illustrated cancellation depicting the symbol of the Foreign Legion (stylized flame and circular inscription). This first-day postmark is clear and legible, emphasizing the commemorative and philatelic nature of the sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe right side of the sheet presents a text printed in black under the title \"LA LEGION ETRANGERE\". This text recounts the history, role, and specific characteristics of the French Foreign Legion, providing historical context to the item. The characters are well printed and the text is perfectly legible on the visible side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet is presented in a perforated plastic sleeve, typical of CEF editions, facilitating its archiving and protection. In the left margin, the edition mentions, the reference \"N° 722 du catalogue CEF\", the publisher \"LES ÉDITIONS CEF\", as well as the individual copy number \"10712\", are printed and visible at the bottom of the margin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe item is clean, with no apparent defects on the visible side. The colors of the illustration are vivid and the inscriptions are clear, making it a valuable item for any enthusiast of thematic stamps or military history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Careful presentation, no major visible defects on the shown side. Protective sleeve included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Foreign Legion, created in 1831 by King Louis-Philippe, is a military unit of the French Army composed of foreign volunteers. It is famous for its involvement in many major conflicts, from the conquest of Algeria to the Indochina War, and for its unique esprit de corps, symbolized by its motto \"Honor and Fidelity\".\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 philatelic and historical items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: philatelic sheet, CEF, first day cover, Foreign Legion, military history, philatelic souvenir, FDC France, special cancellation, Jean Delpech, illustrated envelope, stamp cover, French Foreign Legion\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54347702206791,"sku":"51916-eb0b6ba2-3850-438a-b3fe-2946664b2d76-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_2caed89c-3554-46f2-a1ae-9f42e50300b1.jpg?v=1784112497","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-philatelique-cef-n-722-la-legion-etrangere-timbre-illustre","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}