France, Allegory of Peace and Commerce (Type Sage), 25 centimes Ultramarine on Bluish

Name: France, Allegory of Peace and Commerce (Type Sage), 25 centimes Ultramarine on Bluish
Brand: France

France · 1876 · 25c

This definitive stamp features an allegorical design by Jules-Auguste Sage, known as the 'Type Sage' or 'Peace and Commerce' type. The central design depicts figures representing Peace and Commerce clasping hands over a globe, symbolizing France's global trade and influence. This specific issue is the 25 centimes value, printed in ultramarine on a bluish paper.

Issued under the French Third Republic, the Type Sage series was the primary definitive issue from 1876 to 1900, replacing the Ceres and Napoleon III types after the Franco-Prussian War.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

allegory commerce peace mythology type-sage

Catalog Numbers

sg205

scott82

michel71

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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

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