Lot French stamps cancelled French Republic philately various colours

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This lot consists of used French postage stamps, displayed on an album page. The stamps feature iconic portraits, primarily of the French Republic, in a variety of colours including purple, green, red, blue, grey, and orange. Several typical 20th-century series are recognisable, notably Marianne and Semeuse.

The stamps are aligned on a transparent strip page, allowing clear observation of their fronts. Several face values are visible, such as 0.30, 0.40, 0.25, 0.50, 0.18, 0.15, 0.20, 0.25, 0.50, 1.50, 1.75, and 2 francs. The postmarks are clearly visible on most specimens, confirming their postal use.

Some stamps feature distinctive designs, such as Marianne, a recurring figure on French issues, or allegories of the Republic. The colours remain vibrant on the majority of the stamps, although some specimens show slight discoloration or more pronounced ink marks due to cancellation.

The presentation reveals a diversity of cuts and perforations, characteristic of French issues from different periods. The legends "République Française" and "Postes" are legible on several stamps. No details are visible regarding the reverse or the gum, as only the fronts are shown.

This lot is suitable for finding used multi-period stamps from France to enrich an album or for decorative use. The nuances of colours and designs offer a representative overview of classic French philately.

Condition

Used items, sold as is. Some stamps show marked cancellation traces, small folds, or slight wear visible on the front. The colours remain generally clear, but partial discoloration may be observed on some specimens.

AFW Reassurance

Fast shipping and careful packaging. Professional seller specialising in philatelic and historical items.

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