{"product_id":"lot-timbres-france-obliteres-semeuse-et-type-merson-philatelie","title":"Lot of canceled France stamps Semeuse and Merson type 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 brings together several French postage stamps visible on an album page, primarily including two classic types: the \"Semeuse\" (Sower) series and \"Merson\" type examples. The stamps are all postmarked, attesting to their postal use. Dominant colors include orange, green, red, lilac, blue, violet, and brown, offering a range of shades typical of issues from the first half of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the top of the page are five Merson type stamps, recognizable by their detailed central illustration and the mention \"REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE.\" They display various face values (2f, 45c, 1f, 3fr, 35c) on an orange, green, blue, or violet background. These stamps show dated or fragmentary postmarks, some with partially legible cancellations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe central and lower part of the lot consists of multiple \"Semeuse\" type examples, identifiable by the allegorical figure of the Sower walking to the right, sowing seeds. Various face values are noted (especially 5c, 10c, 25c, 30c, 50c) and diverse colors: orange, green, red, blue, grayish-blue. Several stamps have a clear postmark, while others have more diffuse cancellations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSome stamps from the Semeuse series show variations in typography and shades, characteristic of successive reissues. One example bears a commemorative postmark (mention \"ARTS DECORATIFS\" visible on a 5c orange), which adds to the lot's diversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe lot is presented on a perforated album page, with the stamps either fixed or inserted. No major defects are visible on the front of the stamps, although there are signs of wear, occasionally slightly damaged perforations, and postmarks partially covering the designs. The main inscriptions (\"REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE,\" face values, \"POSTES\" mentions) are generally legible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed items, sold as is. Traces of use, occasionally damaged perforations, visible postmarks. Only the front sides are described; the condition of the back or gum is not observed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The \"Semeuse\" series was created by Oscar Roty and put into circulation starting in 1903. It became one of the symbols of French philately, used to frank mail until the 1940s. The \"Merson\" type, designed by Luc-Olivier Merson, was issued starting in 1900 for higher values, recognizable by its ornamental frieze and allegorical scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping are provided by a professional seller specializing in philately and antique items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: French postmarked stamps, Semeuse, Merson, French postage stamp, philately lot, 20th-century stamps, French Republic stamp, French stamps, stamps France, lot of old stamps, postmarked postage stamp, France stamp album\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54316339790151,"sku":"51145-aa5f5ed4-a474-47a7-94e9-1d597975e78f-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_6a6ba26c-8dea-4021-8a3f-ab26766560e1.jpg?v=1783603548","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/lot-timbres-france-obliteres-semeuse-et-type-merson-philatelie","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}