common1900-1945

Pierre and Marie Curie Discover Radium

Name: Pierre and Marie Curie Discover Radium
Brand: France
Availability: InStock

France · 1938 · 50 centimes + 25 centimes (FRF)

This stamp depicts Pierre and Marie Curie in their laboratory, symbolizing their groundbreaking discovery of radium. The design captures the scientific spirit and the significant moment of their research.

Issued in 1938, this stamp commemorates the profound scientific contributions of Pierre and Marie Curie, particularly their isolation of radium, which revolutionized physics and medicine.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

science scientists curie radium discoveries famous-people

Catalog Numbers

sg559

scott350

michel370

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1.5

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.