Italy First Day Cover – Europa 1980 – Antonio Pigafetta – 1980

Year: 1980

Postmark: 29.04.1980 – Roma Filatelico (EUROPA 80 – Giornata di emissione)

Condition: Excellent, First Day Cover

Description: This Italian First Day Cover (FDC) celebrates the Europa 1980 issue dedicated to Antonio Pigafetta (1491–1534), the Italian explorer and chronicler of Ferdinand Magellan’s first circumnavigation of the globe.

• Stamps:
• 170 lire: Portrait of Antonio Pigafetta with a sailing ship, symbolizing his contribution to world exploration.
• 220 lire: Pigafetta alongside a globe, marking the Age of Discoveries.
• Cachet: A colorful design featuring a map of the world and navigational instruments, with the inscription Europa 1980 – Antonio Pigafetta – Mondiali di Scoperta (World Discoveries).
• Cancellation: Roma Filatelico – 29.04.1980 special EUROPA 1980 postmark.

Additional Info:

• Country: Italy
• Theme: Europa CEPT, Explorers, Navigation, History of Exploration
• Stamp Values: 170 lire & 220 lire
• Type: First Day Cover (FDC)

Shipping Info: Worldwide shipping available.