{"product_id":"feuillet-philatelique-cef-nature-de-france-marcassite-timbre-2-00-f-mineraux-1","title":"CEF Nature of France philatelic souvenir sheet marcasite 2.00 F minerals 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 CEF philatelic souvenir sheet focuses on marcasite, as part of the \"Nature de France\" series dedicated to minerals. The visible side features a large, stylized central illustration of a female face adorned with a crystalline structure reminiscent of marcasite, with dominant shades of blue, purple, and gray. The graphic design blends geometric style with mineral inspiration, typical of contemporary thematic philatelic materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the right, the souvenir sheet includes a postage stamp illustrated with a marcasite specimen on a white background, with a face value of 2.00 francs, accompanied by a commemorative postmark: \"PREMIER JOUR – MARCASSITE DE FRANCE – 25 SEPTEMBRE 1999 – PARIS\". This First Day cancellation confirms the philatelic nature of the item and its interest for research on French minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAround the illustration, a detailed explanatory text occupies most of the surface, titled \"LES MINÉRAUX : La marcassite\". It describes the appearance, structure, use, and history of this mineral, and mentions several scientific facts. At the top of the sheet, the words \"SÉRIE : NATURE DE FRANCE\" are displayed in bold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe souvenir sheet is mounted on an official CEF cardboard backing, bearing the inscription \"CEF\" (Créations Philatéliques France) on the left, the issue number (visible: 6472), as well as perforations for binder filing. The entire presentation is horizontal, typical of contemporary First Day philatelic issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible surface shows no major alterations. The printing is clear, the colors remain fresh, and no tears or creases are visible on the exposed side.\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 shows no notable defects, apart from possible slight handling marks. The cardboard backing and perforations appear intact in the photographed area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \nMarcasite is an iron sulfide mineral frequently used in 19th-century jewelry, as well as for object decoration and lithography. A First Day cover is a limited edition issue, often sought after for its commemorative postmark applied only on the official release day of the stamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour purchase will be carefully packaged and shipped quickly by a professional seller, to ensure a secure and reliable shopping experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: First Day souvenir sheet, CEF stamp, French minerals, marcasite philately, Nature de France, mineral stamp, FDC minerals, philatelic cover, Paris cancellation, mineral philatelic sheet, 2.00 F stamp, Premier Day France\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54337811087687,"sku":"51712-9931aebe-593e-4fc8-b9ac-192439005abd-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_6bfa4804-4f86-4813-8ab1-dde04f5c4c75.jpg?v=1783978906","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-philatelique-cef-nature-de-france-marcassite-timbre-2-00-f-mineraux-1","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}