Denmark 1912 King Christian X

Name: Denmark 1912 King Christian X
Brand: Denmark

Denmark · 1912 · 10 Øre

This definitive stamp features a right-facing portrait of King Christian X of Denmark. The design is framed by ornate scrollwork, with the country name 'DANMARK' at the top and the denomination '10 ØRE' at the bottom. The stamp is printed in a distinct carmine-rose color.

Issued shortly after his accession to the throne in 1912, this was one of the first stamps to feature King Christian X, who would reign through both World Wars, becoming a symbol of Danish resistance during the German occupation.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

royalty monarchs kings portraits

Catalog Numbers

sg142

scott83

michel78

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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

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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