very rarepre-1900

Zurich 4 Rappen

Name: Zurich 4 Rappen
Brand: Switzerland

Switzerland · 1843 · 4 Rappen

The Zurich 4 Rappen is one of the first stamps issued in Switzerland, released by the canton of Zurich. The design features a large, prominent numeral '4' at its center, indicating the postage value, set against a background of fine red lines. This stamp was intended for local postal use within the canton.

Issued in 1843, this stamp is a pioneering example of cantonal postage in Switzerland, predating the first federal issues by seven years. It represents an early, localized approach to postal reform in Europe, following Great Britain's Penny Black.

Printing Method

Lithography

Themes

cantonal-issue numeral heraldry

Catalog Numbers

sgZ2

scott1L1

michel1 I

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$10,000

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$7,500

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$5,000

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$2,500

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1,000

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

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