French Red Cross, Pierre de Geyter

Name: French Red Cross, Pierre de Geyter
Brand: France

France · 1964 · 25c + 10c

This semi-postal stamp features a portrait of Pierre de Geyter, the Belgian-born French composer best known for writing the music to the socialist anthem "The Internationale". The stamp includes the Red Cross emblem, indicating the surtax was designated for the French Red Cross.

Issued as part of France's annual series to raise funds for the Red Cross, this stamp honors a key figure in the international workers' movement, reflecting the cultural and political landscape of mid-20th century France.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

red-cross portraits composers music charity

Catalog Numbers

sg1674

scottB382

michel1451

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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

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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