Switzerland 1945 PAX Series - St. Martin

Name: Switzerland 1945 PAX Series - St. Martin
Brand: Switzerland

Switzerland · 1945 · 10c

This stamp features an allegorical depiction of St. Martin of Tours dividing his cloak to share with a beggar. The design, by artist Karl Bickel, is part of the definitive 'PAX' series, which symbolized peace and reconstruction in the immediate post-war period. The Latin word 'PAX' (Peace) is inscribed at the top.

Issued in 1945 at the end of World War II, this series conveyed a powerful message of peace, charity, and hope for a new beginning for Switzerland and Europe.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

religion saints charity allegory peace

Catalog Numbers

sg453

scott308

michel441

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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