Pro Juventute - Child with Dandelion

Switzerland · 1951 · 10+10c

This semi-postal stamp is part of the annual Pro Juventute (For the Youth) series. The design features a charming portrait of a young child blowing on a dandelion seed head, symbolizing youth and wishes. The stamp carries a surcharge, with the additional 10 centimes designated for child welfare charities in Switzerland.

Issued in the post-war period, the Pro Juventute series was a well-established tradition in Switzerland, raising funds for youth welfare organizations and reflecting a national focus on social well-being.