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Switzerland Sitting Helvetia Definitive Stamp
common1900-1945

Switzerland Sitting Helvetia Definitive Stamp

Switzerland · 1916 · 10 Cmes

The stamp features a seated allegorical figure of Helvetia, facing left, holding a shield with the Swiss cross and a spear. The denomination '10 Cmes' is displayed at the bottom.

This stamp is part of the long-running 'Sitting Helvetia' definitive series, a staple of Swiss postal history. It was in use during World War I, as evidenced by its appearance on a postcard dated 1916.

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Image: Alice Carnal a écrit le texte · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1.04
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.75
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.21

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