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Victor Hugo Surtaxed Stamp for Intellectual Unemployed
common1900-1945

Victor Hugo Surtaxed Stamp for Intellectual Unemployed

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.

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

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