France, Type Sage, 15 centimes Blue

Name: France, Type Sage, 15 centimes Blue
Brand: France

France · 1876 · 15c

This definitive stamp, known as the Type Sage or 'Peace and Commerce' issue, features an allegorical design by Jules-Auguste Sage. The central figures represent Peace and Commerce joining hands over a globe, symbolizing France's global trade and influence during the Third Republic.

Issued during the French Third Republic, this series replaced the Ceres and Napoleon III issues and was the primary postage stamp design in France for over two decades.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

allegory commerce peace type-sage

Catalog Numbers

sg231

scott89

michel87

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.5

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