uncommon1900-1945

Encased Stamp - 25 Centimes - A la ville du Puy, Lille

Name: Encased Stamp - 25 Centimes - A la ville du Puy, Lille
Brand: France
Availability: InStock

France · 1915 · 25 centimes

This circular encased stamp features a 25 centimes French stamp visible through a clear window, surrounded by an advertisement for 'A la ville du Puy' haberdashery in Lille.

Encased stamps served as emergency currency during periods of coin shortages, particularly common in France during the early 20th century, combining a small denomination with local business advertising.

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necessity-money encased-stamp advertising commerce local-issue

Image: Unknown author<span style="display: none;">Unknown author</span> · License: CC0

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.