common1900-1945

Victor Hugo Surtaxed Stamp for Intellectual Unemployed

Name: Victor Hugo Surtaxed Stamp for Intellectual Unemployed
Brand: France
Availability: InStock

France · 1938 · 65c + 10c

The stamp features a dignified portrait of Victor Hugo, a celebrated French writer. His name 'VICTOR HUGO' is inscribed above the portrait, with the denomination '65c + 10c' below.

This surtaxed stamp was issued as part of the third series to raise funds for unemployed intellectuals in France. It reflects social welfare initiatives during the interwar period, supporting those in need through philatelic contributions.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

portrait literature charity surtax social-welfare

Image: <bdi><a href="https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q2823089" class="extiw" title="d:Q2823089"><span title="French artist, engraver and draughtsperson (1872-1951)">Achille Ouvré</span></a></bdi> · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1.04

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.75

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.21

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