Red Cross: European Hare (Lièvre d'Europe)
France · 1970 · 30c + 10c
This semi-postal stamp features a detailed illustration of a European Hare (Lepus europaeus) in a natural, grassy setting. Issued as part of the annual Red Cross series, the design highlights French wildlife. The stamp includes a surtax, indicated by '+10c', with the additional funds designated to support the humanitarian work of the French Red Cross.
France has a long tradition of issuing semi-postal stamps to raise funds for the Red Cross, a practice dating back to World War I. The 1970 issue continued this tradition, focusing on native fauna to appeal to the public and collectors alike.
Catalog Numbers
Image: · License:
View on Wikimedia CommonsEstimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
