Lot of used French Republic stamps, historical themes, philately

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This lot includes a set of French postage stamps visible in the photo, mainly from the 20th century. Each stamp shown bears the inscription "REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE" and features varied illustrations, ranging from historical monuments to emblematic figures, as well as events and cultural themes.

The first row presents, among others, a stamp on the theme of space telecommunications (face value 0.30), a stamp dedicated to philately (Paris 1964), as well as several effigies and historical motifs such as portraits or symbolic representations. The dominant colors range from blue to purple, as well as brown and green tones, with sharp prints and fine details characteristic of French production of this era.

Subsequent rows include stamps illustrating historical scenes such as the death of Du Guesclin (1380) with two copies at 0.40, a stamp featuring Clovis, as well as architectural representations like the Collegiate Church of Dorat (1.45) and the facade of Rouen Cathedral (0.85). The motifs are varied: Gothic architecture, medieval scenes, and excerpts from historical documents (Edict of Nantes, Henri IV).

Most of the stamps are canceled (visible cancellation marks), and some have partially legible postmarks. No major defects are visible on the exposed faces; the colors remain vibrant and the graphic details are well preserved. The set is presented in a transparent plastic sleeve, typical of a philatelic album, which preserves the quality of the visible faces.

Also noteworthy is the diversity of themes: historical commemorations, architectural heritage, French personalities, and technical advancements. The face values observed range from 0.25 to 1.45, reflecting a variety of issues over several decades.

This selection perfectly illustrates the richness of French philately, both in the variety of subjects covered and in the quality of the engravings and prints. All stamps are from the French Republic, with specific mentions such as "PHILATELIE PARIS 1964," "CENTRE DE TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPATIALES," or names of historical places and events.

Condition

Used items, canceled stamps sold as is. The visible faces show no apparent tears or major alterations. The colors and inscriptions remain well-defined despite slight signs of use related to postal cancellation.

AFW Reassurance

Careful packaging and fast shipping guaranteed by a professional seller. The item received will strictly correspond to the stamps visible in the photo.

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