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France 1970 First Day Cover (FDC) - Postage Stamp Day
common1945-1980

France 1970 First Day Cover (FDC) - Postage Stamp Day

France · 1970 · 0.50F

This stamp was issued for Postage Stamp Day in 1970. The design features a stylized depiction of a letter being posted into a classic French wall-mounted post box, symbolizing the act of correspondence. The stamp itself is rendered within the design, creating a 'stamp-on-stamp' theme.

Issued during the Fifth Republic, this stamp celebrates the annual 'Journée du Timbre' (Postage Stamp Day), an event designed to promote philately and the postal service in France.

Catalog Numbers

sg1882
yt1645
scott1268
michel1699

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$5
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$4
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$3
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$2
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.