Switzerland 1854 5 Rappen 'Sitting Helvetia' Imperforate

Switzerland · 1854 · 5 Rappen

This imperforate stamp features the allegorical figure of Helvetia, the female personification of Switzerland, seated with a spear and shield. The design, known as 'Sitting Helvetia' or 'Strubel', is one of the classic early issues of the Swiss Confederation. The denomination of 5 Rappen is indicated in the lower corners.

Issued in 1854, this stamp belongs to the second federal issue of Switzerland, replacing the earlier cantonal stamps and unifying the postal system. These early imperforate issues are highly sought after by collectors of classic European philately.