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uncommon1900-1945
Tubecuir 10 Centimes Encased Postage Stamp
France · 1920 · 10 centimes
A green 10 centimes French postage stamp, likely a definitive issue, encased in a circular metal holder. The holder features advertising text for 'Tubecuir 8, rue Drouot à Paris' around its rim.
This 'timbre-monnaie' served as emergency currency during a period of coin shortages in France around 1920, often issued by businesses like Tubecuir for change and advertising purposes.
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Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$300Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$180Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$100Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$50Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$20Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
