First day cover Tréguier cathedral stamp France philately envelope

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Description
This illustrated envelope corresponds to a "first day" letter issued on the occasion of a philatelic event in Tréguier. On the front, a French Republic stamp featuring a person's effigy is visible, printed in shades of red, orange, and black. The stamp is canceled with a round postmark dated May 22, 1970, with the inscription "TRÉGUIER CÔTES-DU-NORD". To the right of the stamp, a black commemorative postmark highlights Tréguier Cathedral, the Ernest Renan Museum, and the cloister, with a stylized illustration of the monument. In the bottom right, a printed address is partially visible, starting with "28 Rue Charles... 75018 Paris".

The overall presentation of the envelope is neat, protected by a transparent plastic sleeve. The visible surface is white, framed by a black border on two sides. No additional decorative elements are visible on this side.

The commemorative postmark highlights Tréguier's architectural heritage, while the round postmark attests to a first-day issue, a common practice in philately to mark the official first use of a stamp. The stamp features a portrait and modern graphic elements, typical of French issues from the second half of the 20th century.

A pale red postmark is also visible on the left side, with the partially legible inscription "PREMIER JOUR D’ÉMISSION" (FIRST DAY OF ISSUE). This confirms the first-day character of this envelope, sought after by philatelists for the quality of its cancellations and its thematic interest.

Condition
Used item, sold as is. The envelope is protected by a plastic sleeve; no major flaws are visible on the displayed side. Possible minor traces or marks due to age or handling.

Did you know? Saint-Tugdual Cathedral in Tréguier, mentioned on the commemorative postmark, is an emblematic monument of Brittany, famous for its Gothic architecture and its 15th-century cloister. "First day" envelopes are often published in limited series when a new stamp is released, with a specific postmark related to the event or location.

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