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commonpre-1900
Switzerland 1881 5c Granite Paper Definitive
Switzerland · 1881 · 5c
This image shows a magnified view of the back of a Swiss 5 centimes definitive stamp from 1881, highlighting its distinctive granite paper with embedded colored fibers.
The use of granite paper in Swiss stamps of this era was an early security measure, embedding colored silk fibers into the paper pulp to deter counterfeiting and enhance the stamp's authenticity.
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scott65
Image: User:Dartster57 · License: Public domain
View on Wikimedia CommonsEstimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$2Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$1.5Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$1Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$0.5Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$0.25Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
