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Switzerland 1878 First Issue Postage Due Stamps
uncommonpre-1900

Switzerland 1878 First Issue Postage Due Stamps

Switzerland · 1878 · Various (1c, 2c, 3c, 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, 1Fr)

A set of eight Swiss postage due stamps from 1878, featuring large numerals indicating their face value within an ornate frame.

These stamps represent Switzerland's first issue of postage due stamps, introduced to collect unpaid or underpaid postage from recipients.

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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