{"product_id":"lot-timbres-france-obliteres-marianne-fetes-lettre-prioritaire-philatelie","title":"Lot of used France stamps Marianne Fêtes Priority letter 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 lot consists of several cancelled French postage stamps, carefully presented on an album page. The visible selection includes Marianne stamps in various face values and colors (0.80, 0.50, 0.20, 1.30, 0.55, etc.), recognizable by their distinctive graphic style and vibrant hues (purple, red, green, turquoise, orange, yellow). Most of these stamps feature the stylized portrait of Marianne, an emblematic figure of French philately, often used for standard issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso noteworthy are illustrated thematic stamps, several of which are dedicated to greetings (\"BONNES FÊTES\", \"Meilleurs Vœux\", \"Juste pour toi\", etc.), with various motifs: stylized Christmas tree, animals, festive scenes, colorful decorations, and graphic designs. Some stamps highlight specific events or postal uses, such as the \"Fête du Timbre\" (Stamp Festival) or the promotion of ecological messages (\"Papier à protéger\" - Paper to protect).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll stamps are cancelled, with clearly visible postmarks, which attests to their postal use. The lot includes a mix of classic rectangular formats and special formats (notably a heart-shaped stamp). Some stamps feature humorous or childlike illustrations, including comic book characters, as well as modern graphic creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe set is presented on a white album page under a transparent strip, which facilitates visual examination and preservation of the stamps. The colors remain vibrant and the designs crisp despite the cancellations. The inscriptions \"France\", \"Lettre prioritaire\" (Priority Letter), \"Meilleurs Vœux\" (Best Wishes), \"Fête du Timbre\" (Stamp Festival), as well as various face values, are clearly legible on several specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis varied lot well illustrates the diversity of contemporary French stamp issues, alternating between standard Marianne issues and festive or event-themed ones. There are also stamps for everyday use, as well as special issues dedicated to particular occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed items, all stamps are cancelled and show traces of postal use. The cancellations are visible on each specimen; the stamps are generally in good cosmetic condition for used stamps, with no apparent major tears or folds on the visible face. Sold as is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping provided by a professional seller specializing in philately and postal items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: France cancelled stamp, Marianne stamp, philately lot, priority letter stamps, greeting stamps, Fête du Timbre stamps, heart stamp France, thematic stamp, stamp France, French used stamps, lot French stamps, France postage stamp\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54318092878151,"sku":"51174-aea36213-21b2-48d3-8c61-fb81cc373fbc-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_538ee9f4-4c45-4c36-bd81-842d0708e5e1.jpg?v=1783620940","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/lot-timbres-france-obliteres-marianne-fetes-lettre-prioritaire-philatelie","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}