{"product_id":"lettre-fdc-mont-saint-michel-1966-premier-jour-emission-enveloppe-philatelie","title":"FDC Letter Mont-Saint-Michel 1966 First Day Issue envelope philately","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 envelope is a First Day Cover (FDC) dedicated to Mont-Saint-Michel, issued in 1966 for the Mont's 50th Millennium. The visible side features a colorful visual representing Mont-Saint-Michel topped by the figure of the Archangel Saint Michael fighting a dragon, in an aesthetic reminiscent of historical engravings. The illustration occupies the left part of the envelope, accompanied by the inscription \"Le Mont-Saint-Michel\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the upper part, the legend \"PREMIER JOUR D’ÉMISSION\" (First Day of Issue) is printed, followed by \"HISTORIQUE F.D.C.\" (Historical F.D.C.) and the number 562. Two round postmarks are stamped on the envelope, legible and dated \"30 4 66\", bearing the inscription \"PREMIER JOUR\" (First Day) and \"50e MILLENAIRE DU MONT-SAINT-MICHEL\" (50th Millennium of Mont-Saint-Michel). A specific postage stamp is also visible on the right, featuring an illustration in keeping with the theme and the commemorated era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe envelope is protected by a transparent plastic sleeve, suggesting particular care in its preservation. There is a handwritten label with the inscription \"lop\" at the bottom right, probably an internal reference or a filing mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dominant colors are sky blue, green, and golden tones for the main illustration, while the stamp and postmarks feature shades of black and grey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The envelope appears to be in good overall condition on the visible side, under plastic protection. No major defects are visible in the photo; the neat presentation in a sleeve suggests proper conservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Mont-Saint-Michel is one of France's most iconic sites and has inspired many commemorative stamps. First Day Covers, or FDCs, are issued to mark the official release of a stamp and are often adorned with specific illustrations related to the stamp's theme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping by a professional seller, to guarantee a reliable and secure shopping experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: First Day Cover, FDC Mont-Saint-Michel, commemorative stamp France, illustrated letter, historical philately, 1966 issue, First Day Cover, Mont-Saint-Michel postmark, souvenir envelope, philately France, FDC France, philatelic issue\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54328407818567,"sku":"51512-bdd728c9-d0f9-42cf-92e9-e968e8606433-PA0.15","price":1.39,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_99fd64bd-e211-43bf-86f4-5d05e44f9de4.jpg?v=1783824532","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/lettre-fdc-mont-saint-michel-1966-premier-jour-emission-enveloppe-philatelie","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}