France, Definitive Stamp, Sage Type I

Name: France, Definitive Stamp, Sage Type I
Brand: France

France · 1876 · 25c

This definitive stamp, known as the 'Sage' or 'Peace and Commerce' type, features an allegorical design by Jules-Auguste Sage. It depicts figures representing Peace and Commerce clasping hands over a globe, symbolizing France's global trade and influence. The design was used for various denominations and became a long-running, iconic series of the French Third Republic.

Issued during the French Third Republic, this series replaced the Ceres and Napoleon III issues, reflecting the new republican values of peace and commerce after the Franco-Prussian War.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

allegory definitive mythology

Catalog Numbers

sg237

scott89

michel65

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$25

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$15

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.