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rare1900-1945
France 1929 Sinking Fund Coin Date
France · 1929 · 50c + 25c
The stamp features a stylized coin with the date '1929' prominently displayed, representing the Caisse d'Amortissement.
This semi-postal stamp was issued to support France's 'Caisse d'Amortissement' (Sinking Fund), a program established to reduce the national debt following World War I, with the surcharge directly contributing to this effort.
Printing Method
Engraved
Catalog Numbers
michel254
Image: France postal authorities · License: Public domain
View on Wikimedia CommonsEstimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$300Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$200Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$150Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$80Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$40Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
