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Belgium 10 centimes 'Termonde' Inverted Medallion

Belgium · 1920 · 10 centimes

This definitive stamp, part of a series featuring Belgian city views, depicts the town hall of Termonde (Dendermonde). It is famous for a rare printing error where the central vignette of the building was printed upside down relative to the frame. This inverted medallion error makes it one of Belgium's most sought-after philatelic rarities.

Issued in the post-World War I period, this stamp was part of a series intended to showcase Belgian heritage and reconstruction. The error occurred during the two-color printing process, creating a spectacular and now legendary variety.

Catalog Numbers

sg288a
scott126a
michel169K

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$125,000
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$95,000
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$75,000
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50,000
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$25,000

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