Switzerland 1934 10c Pro Juventute - Mother and Child

Switzerland · 1934 · 10c

This semi-postal stamp from Switzerland features a tender depiction of a mother holding her child, rendered in a style reminiscent of classic portraiture. Issued as part of the annual Pro Juventute (For the Youth) series, the design emphasizes the themes of maternal care and the well-being of children. The stamp's surtax was used to fund youth welfare programs across the country.

Issued in 1934, this stamp reflects the ongoing European tradition of using semi-postal issues to raise funds for social causes, particularly those focused on children and public health, a practice that gained prominence in the interwar period.