France 1898-1900 'Rights of Man' Type Sage Issue

Name: France 1898-1900 'Rights of Man' Type Sage Issue
Brand: France

France · 1898 · 10c, 20c, 25c, 30c

This set features the 'Type Sage' design, also known as the 'Peace and Commerce' type, with an overprint of 'DROITS DE L'HOMME' (Rights of Man). The design by Jules-Auguste Sage depicts allegorical figures representing Peace and Commerce united over a globe, symbolizing France's global influence. The overprint was added to these definitive stamps to commemorate the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen.

Issued at the end of the 19th century during the French Third Republic, these stamps reflect the nation's core republican values. The 'Type Sage' design was a long-running definitive series, and this specific overprint highlights the enduring importance of the French Revolution's ideals.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

allegory peace commerce rights-of-man

Catalog Numbers

scott198-201

yvert101-104

michel102-105

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$150

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$100

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$60

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$30

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$15

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