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Morocco Surcharged Semeuse Red Cross Stamp

Name: Morocco Surcharged Semeuse Red Cross Stamp
Brand: Morocco
Availability: InStock

Morocco · 1915 · 10c + 5c

A French Semeuse (Sower) type stamp, originally 10 centimes, surcharged with an additional 5 centimes for the Red Cross, and further surcharged 'MAROC' and 'مراكش' (Marrakech) for use in Morocco.

Issued on March 13, 1915, during World War I, this stamp reflects France's colonial administration in Morocco and its efforts to raise funds for the Red Cross, a humanitarian organization providing aid during the conflict.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

allegory charity red-cross colonial definitive surcharge world-war-i

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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.