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Welcome to Legacy Collectibles!
We are a dedicated philatelic store serving serious collectors from all over the world. Each stamp we offer is shown exactly in the high-resolution scans provided, and every item is sold strictly AS-IS. If you need further details about condition, paper, or any specific feature, please feel free to contact us before purchasing.
The philatelic world is full of high-quality forgeries and unofficial reprints. We are familiar with many of them, but the only guarantee is the high-resolution scans provided. Please examine the images carefully, as they represent the true condition and characteristics of the items.
Stamp Information
Historical Context
This matched pair documents the transition from the Second Republic to the Second Empire under Napoleon III. While the portrait and denomination remained unchanged, the inscription reflects a fundamental political shift in France. Collecting both issues together is highly desirable for classic France studies focused on regime change and postal continuity.
Condition & Cancellations
Both stamps are used
Attractive and period-correct obliterations, well suited to classic French material:
The RÉPUB. FRANC. example shows a dotted lozenge-style obliteration, accompanied by a partial datestamp strike at the top, adding postal character without obscuring the portrait
The EMPIRE FRANC. example bears a bold barred / grill-style cancellation, with strong diagonal lines that provide dramatic contrast while keeping the design clearly readable
Natural classic-era wear, including surface spotting, paper aging, and tonal variation
Margins are adequate but not uniform
No repairs observed
Reverse shows expected paper texture and age-related toning
Please rely entirely on the scans for a complete and accurate condition assessment.
Collector’s Note
This is a historically coherent and visually strong pair, combining two regimes, the same denomination, and distinctive classic cancellations. Ideal for collectors of French classics, Napoleon III issues, postal history usage, or exhibit pages comparing Republic and Empire inscriptions.
Shipping & Handling
All items are shipped via Registered Priority Mail (Prioritário Leve) with full tracking. Each package includes a CN22 customs declaration, marked as Postal Document – No Declared Value, to help minimize the likelihood of additional duties or taxes.
International mail may occasionally be held for customs inspection. This is a normal procedure and usually resolved with the recipient’s cooperation. Please monitor the tracking number provided.
