{"product_id":"feuillet-philatelique-cef-vienne-isere-timbre-1-70-f-illustration-ville-rhone","title":"Philatelic sheet CEF Vienne Isère stamp 1.70 F illustration city Rhône","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 sheet highlights the city of Vienne, located in the Isère department, on the banks of the Rhône. The visible side features an elegant composition with a large central illustration in red, black, and gray, depicting Vienne's emblematic monuments, such as historic buildings and ancient columns. The words \"Vienne sur le Rhône\" appear in the center of the illustration, accompanied by a stylized reflection in the water, reinforcing the city's visual identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the left side of the sheet, a postage stamp with a face value of 1.70 F (franc) is integrated, also illustrating a Viennese monument. This stamp is canceled with a round postmark bearing the inscription \"VIENNE JOUR D’ÉMISSION\" (VIENNE ISSUE DAY) and an ornamental motif, attesting to its philatelic authenticity and issue date. The stamp and the illustration offer a sharp contrast between black and red areas, giving it an aesthetic typical of 1980s-1990s CEF sheets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe right side of the sheet contains printed text titled \"Vienne (Isère),\" relating the history, heritage, and cultural specificities of the city. This text, written in French, is presented in columns on a white background, with a classic font, and occupies a large part of the sheet's width. The name of the illustrator, Marie Noëlle Goffin, and her role are mentioned at the bottom right of the text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet is framed by a golden border on the visible side and attached to a white cardboard card, perforated on the left side for binder storage. In the margin, technical information is printed: \"N° 754 du catalogue CEF\" (CEF catalog N° 754), \"tirage limité à 33 800 exemplaires\" (limited edition of 33,800 copies), and the individual number \"4180\" appear at the bottom left. These details confirm the limited edition and numbering of the sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe graphic style and presentation are characteristic of souvenir sheets published by the CEF (Connaissance et Exploration de la France), intended for thematic philately and the promotion of French heritage through stamps and illustrations.\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 very good preservation, with no apparent folds or stains. The inscriptions and illustrations are clear, the stamp is well-attached, and the cancellation is perfectly legible. No major defects are visible on the presented side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e CEF (Connaissance et Exploration de la France) was one of the main publishers of philatelic souvenir sheets in France, collaborating with numerous artists to illustrate cities, regions, and events of French heritage. Marie Noëlle Goffin, mentioned on this sheet, created many illustrations for philately, recognized for their architectural precision and distinctive graphic style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping with careful packaging. Professional seller, expertise and rigor guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: philatelic sheet, CEF, Vienne Isère, France stamp, philatelic souvenir, illustrated card, first day postmark, stamped sheet, commemorative stamp, city illustration, philately France, French stamp sheet\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54346791747911,"sku":"51891-9132cfaf-62ce-4d28-87eb-4653b1235f48-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_5ed18d02-be33-415c-8779-c595daf16e40.jpg?v=1784096903","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/feuillet-philatelique-cef-vienne-isere-timbre-1-70-f-illustration-ville-rhone","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}