CEF philatelic sheet Mountain Elm France botany stamp

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Description

This philatelic sheet, published by the CEF (Centrale d'Édition Philatélique), features a botanical theme dedicated to the Wych Elm. On the left side, a detailed text describes the characteristics of the Ulmus species, its uses, and its history in France. The right side of the sheet includes a color illustration of a majestic elm, signed by Huguette Sainson, with a rural landscape in the background and shades of green and blue to highlight the tree.

A franked French stamp is integrated into the composition, also depicting the elm, accompanied by a First Day cancellation dated September 1989 in Orléans. The stamp bears the inscription "REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE" and "ARBRE", with a face value of 2.00 F. The stamp illustration shows an elm and associated plant elements, with a refined graphic composition.

This sheet is presented on white cardstock, with a thin brown border and a layout typical of CEF editions. The entire sheet is numbered at the bottom left (105), indicating a series or thematic collection.

The visible part shows no major defects: the text is legible, the illustration colors are vibrant, and the stamp is neatly affixed with a clear cancellation. No folds, stains, or tears are visible on the presented side.

This type of sheet is sought after for its dual philatelic and documentary dimension, combining stamp, illustration, and explanatory text on a single page. It provides an ideal medium for showcasing French flora within the context of thematic philately.

The reference "N° 105 au catalogue CEF" appears on the side edge, confirming publication by the Centrale d'Édition Philatélique.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible side is in good overall condition, with no apparent defects.

Internal Reference

N° 105 CEF catalog

Did you know? The Wych Elm (Ulmus glabra) is an emblematic tree of European temperate forests. Historically used for shade in public places and renowned for the strength of its wood, it was widely planted in France until the appearance of Dutch elm disease, a fungal disease that decimated a large part of elm trees in the 20th century.

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