{"product_id":"lot-timbres-commemoratifs-france-croix-de-lorraine-charles-de-gaulle-philatelie","title":"Lot of French commemorative stamps Lorraine Cross Charles de Gaulle philately","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetailed visual description\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lot consists of a folded philatelic card, shown open in the photo, highlighting three French commemorative stamps. The stamps are carefully affixed to the right side of the card. Two of them feature the portrait of Charles de Gaulle in purple tones, while the third, at the top, displays the Cross of Lorraine on a blue, white, and red background, a strong emblem of the Resistance movement. Each stamp is canceled with a first-day postmark, with mentions such as \"Journée de la Résistance\" (Resistance Day), \"Lille\", \"Chalets de la Haute-Marne\", and precise dates, which attests to their first-day philatelic character and their historical thematic interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe left side of the card features a printed quote from Charles de Gaulle, clearly transcribed and accompanied by a discreet embossed \"VERLAV\" mark. The paper has a slightly ivory appearance, with a matte texture and visible embossing on the left side. The whole gives an impression of sobriety and respect, typical of official presentations or commemorations of major events in contemporary French history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe stamps are neatly positioned, with each cancellation being clear and well-centered on the corresponding stamp. Visible motifs include the Cross of Lorraine and the profile of Charles de Gaulle, symbols frequently associated with the Resistance and the memory of the General. The dominant colors are blue, red, purple, and the black of the postmarks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis philatelic card represents a beautiful example of postal souvenir around the figure of Charles de Gaulle and World War II. It is intended for those looking for strong visual elements related to French history, with a neat presentation and a selection of stamps with Resistance and Gaullist themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the photo, only the inside of the card is visible, showing the quote, the embossing, and the three canceled stamps. No details are visible regarding the back, the exterior, or any additional mentions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The card and stamps show a clean appearance, with no major apparent defects on the visible side. The cancellations are clear, and the quote is easily legible. No excessive creases, tears, or stains visible in the photographed area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \nThe Cross of Lorraine, visible on one of the stamps, became the official symbol of Free France from 1940, at the instigation of Charles de Gaulle. It was chosen to counter the Nazi swastika and was worn by the Free French Forces during World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast and secure shipping, careful packaging by a professional seller specializing in philatelic and historical items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: France stamps, first day cover, Charles de Gaulle, Cross of Lorraine, philately, postal souvenir, commemorative stamp, first day postmark, French philately, canceled card, resistance stamp, French stamps, Gaullist card\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54330167460167,"sku":"51233-29a6ec21-6f64-461b-bcc9-8ee2543b8948-PA0.38","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_854004bb-e72a-4051-959f-f2709f246bf6.jpg?v=1783868229","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/lot-timbres-commemoratifs-france-croix-de-lorraine-charles-de-gaulle-philatelie","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}