Philatelic sheet CEF Solutré stamp 3.90 illustration Roche prehistory

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Description

This illustrated philatelic sheet, published by the CEF (Cercle des Émetteurs Français), highlights the Solutré site, a famous geological formation and prehistoric landmark located near Mâcon. On the visible side, there is a stamp labeled "SOLUTRÉ 3,90" accompanied by a first-day cancellation depicting the Rock of Solutré, as well as a detailed drawing of the site. The whole is presented on a white cardboard sheet with a black border, giving it a neat appearance typical of thematic philatelic issues.

The sheet features a black and white illustration of the Rock of Solutré, drawn in a precise graphic style, to the right of the stamp and cancellation. The text printed at the bottom provides a historical and geological description of the site, tracing its archaeological importance and its connection with European prehistory. The typography is classic, ensuring good legibility of the whole.

In the upper left, one can see the mention "N°178 du catalogue CEF" as well as the publisher's logo. The left part of the sheet shows a perforation, typical of sheets intended to be inserted into a philatelic album. A copy number "13532" is visible in the lower left, indicating a limited edition.

The stamp features a view of the Rock of Solutré in dark tones, with the face value "3,90". The first-day cancellation repeats the motif of the site and the mention "SOLUTRÉ POUILLY" with a partially legible date. The entire sheet highlights the archaeological and geological themes, with particular interest in human history and the evolution of lithic cutting techniques.

This sheet is aimed at philatelists looking for thematic issues on prehistory, geology, or French natural sites, as well as collectors of commemorative documents published by the CEF. The support is made of cardboard, with a matte finish and a neat frame, typical of CEF productions.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The sheet visible in the photo does not show any tears or apparent folds on the side shown. Some traces of use or slight handling marks may be observed, without altering the overall appearance.

Did you know? The Rock of Solutré gave its name to the "Solutrean" culture of the Upper Paleolithic, characterized notably by finely crafted stone tools. The site is also famous for the accumulation of horse bones, testifying to organized hunting over several millennia.

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