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France 'Marianne de Gandon' Definitive Stamp

Name: France 'Marianne de Gandon' Definitive Stamp
Brand: France

France · 1945 · 1F 50c

This definitive stamp features the 'Marianne de Gandon', an allegorical representation of the French Republic. Designed by Pierre Gandon, the image depicts Marianne wearing a Phrygian cap, a classic symbol of liberty. This design became one of the most iconic and long-running definitive series in French philatelic history.

Issued shortly after the liberation of France at the end of World War II, this stamp symbolized the restoration of the Republic and a return to normalcy. The Marianne figure represented the enduring spirit of French liberty and freedom after years of occupation.

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Themes

allegory marianne definitive post-war women

Catalog Numbers

sg948

scott727

yvert701

michel709

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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

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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