Swiss Rayed Star 5 Centimes Postage Due Stamp
Switzerland · 1878 · 5 centimes
A 5 centimes Swiss postage due stamp from 1878 featuring a central rayed star design with 'TAXE' above and '5 Cts' below, all within an ornate rectangular frame.
This stamp belongs to Switzerland's early postage due issues, used to indicate insufficient postage on mail, requiring the recipient to pay the outstanding amount upon delivery.
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Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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