{"product_id":"lot-timbres-france-charles-de-gaulle-obliteres-enveloppe-philatelie","title":"Lot of France Charles de Gaulle cancelled stamps, philately envelope","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis philatelic lot features a selection of cancelled French stamps, mounted on a cardboard envelope inside a commemorative card. The visible side shows three different stamps, two of which reproduce a portrait of Charles de Gaulle, one in violet and the other in blue-red, as well as a third stamp bearing a tricolour Cross of Lorraine, a strong symbol of the French Resistance. The stamps are accompanied by commemorative postmarks, one bearing the inscription \"Conseil National de la Résistance Premier Jour\" (National Council of the Resistance First Day) and another \"Centenaire du Général de Gaulle 1890-1970\" (Centenary of General de Gaulle 1890-1970) with locations in Lille and Marseille, all dated November 24, 1990.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe card also features a quote from Charles de Gaulle, printed in black on the left page: \n\"Everything always begins again; what I have done will, sooner or later, be a source of new ardour after I have disappeared.\" The ivory-coloured paper has a slightly embossed texture, visible in the light. The careful mounting highlights the stamps and their first day cancellations, with an elegant and sober presentation, ideal for preservation or display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cancellations are clear and well-marked, indicating the philatelic and commemorative nature of this set. A discreet embossing of the word \"VERONAZ\" is also visible on the page, likely the name of the publisher or printer of this special card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lot will be suitable for enriching a stamp album with themes on France, the Second World War, or the figure of General de Gaulle. The visible elements attest to quality mounting, with attention paid to the legibility of the postmarks and the condition of the stamps. No major defects are apparent on the visible side: the set presents a clean appearance, without noticeable stains or creases on the exposed part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The stamps and card are in very satisfactory overall condition on the visible side, with clear cancellations and a neat presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Charles de Gaulle is one of the most represented French figures on postage stamps since the late 20th century. \"First Day\" issues are particularly sought after for their commemorative value, associating the stamp, the specific postmark, and often an illustration or quote related to the celebrated event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging guaranteed by a professional seller specializing in philatelic and commemorative items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: France stamps, Charles de Gaulle, first day cancellation, Cross of Lorraine, French philately, commemorative card, General de Gaulle stamp, FDC France, cancelled stamp, philately lot, historic stamp, first day cover\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54319368470855,"sku":"51234-92dc4b4c-7cdb-4871-bec2-3f28b493702a-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_5b16505d-1a6f-4e7c-8ce6-e0b0c6c0a1a2.jpg?v=1783656939","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/lot-timbres-france-charles-de-gaulle-obliteres-enveloppe-philatelie","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}