1960s - Lot of 20 French Envelopes - Vintage Postal Mail

This collection features 20 French envelopes from the 1960s, offering a glimpse into mid-century postal history. Each envelope showcases original French postage stamps and distinct postmarks from cities across France. Examples include 'APPRENEZ UN METIER - EN ETANT PAYES' (Learn a trade - while being paid) from Clermont-Ferrand, and 'FOIRE GASTRONOMIQUE DE DIJON' (Dijon Gastronomic Fair). These pieces of correspondence bear handwritten addresses and some include printed company logos, reflecting daily life and business communications of the era.

The envelopes originate from various French regions, such as Saverne, Verdun ('Verdun des Glorieux Souvenirs' - Verdun of the Glorious Memories), and Aix-en-Provence. They represent a blend of personal and business mail, providing authentic examples of vintage French ephemera. This lot is suitable for those interested in postal history, graphic design, or use in creative projects like scrapbooking or journaling.