uncommon1900-1945

Sailors Lost at Sea

Name: Sailors Lost at Sea
Brand: France
Availability: InStock

France · 1939 · 0.70F + 0.30F

The stamp depicts a sculpted group by Félix-Alexandre Desruelles, erected in Boulogne-sur-Mer, commemorating sailors lost at sea.

Issued in 1939, this semi-postal stamp with a surcharge likely raised funds for maritime relief or families of sailors lost at sea, reflecting concerns on the eve of World War II.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

maritime sculpture commemorative semi-postal

Image: Georges Léo Degorce · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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