{"product_id":"timbres-france-personnages-celebres-obliteres-lot-philatelie-couleurs-variees","title":"Used French Stamps Famous People Philately Lot Assorted Colors","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 nine antique French postage stamps, all canceled, presented on a white page. Each stamp features a prominent figure from French history or culture, identifiable by their bust or medallion portrait on the vignette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lot displays a beautiful diversity of colors: blue, red, green, violet, brown, and purple. The illustrations show famous male figures, some of which are accompanied by decorative elements or inscriptions, such as \"Claude Debussy\" or \"Charles Honoré de Balzac\". The fonts and graphic styles correspond to typical mid-20th century issues, with a characteristic engraved rendering of French stamps from that period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stamps bear visible cancellations, mainly in the form of round or linear postmarks, attesting to their postal use. The perforations are clearly visible on each stamp, some showing slight irregularities due to use or tearing. The designs show fine details: expressive portraits, architectural or artistic backgrounds, signatures or titles below the effigy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome stamps include explicit mentions, such as \"Claude Debussy\" or \"Charles Honoré de Balzac\", and face values in francs, typical of French issues from the 20th century. A violet stamp, for example, displays Balzac's full name with a stylized library background. Other stamps feature famous faces without legible mention in the photo, but the style remains consistent with the series of great men or French personalities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe presentation on a white page with two empty slots suggests a lot from an album or a thematic selection. The stamps are all of standard rectangular format, without surcharges or visible peculiarities other than the cancellation. The colors remain vibrant despite use, with some traces of wear or patina related to their handling and age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese stamps are used; all bear cancellations. There are some signs of wear, patina, and slight irregularities on the edges. Sold as is, as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e French stamps honoring famous personalities are among the iconic series issued from the early 20th century. The \"Great Men\" series was particularly widespread between the 1940s and 1960s, honoring writers, composers, scientists, and historical figures of French culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour order will be handled with care: meticulous packaging, fast shipping, and tracking provided by a professional seller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: France stamp, canceled stamp lot, French philately, famous portrait, historical figure stamp, old France stamps, postage stamp France, great men series, Claude Debussy stamp, Balzac stamp, philately, color stamp\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54319440986439,"sku":"51247-7731f7a2-804b-40fd-9e79-40a0aea97a18-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_9f1009bc-f0e9-4d01-8c8f-8e3163f2dba3.jpg?v=1783664740","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/timbres-france-personnages-celebres-obliteres-lot-philatelie-couleurs-variees","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}