French War Orphans Stamp, 1918
France · 1918 · 25c + 15c
The stamp depicts a woman plowing a field, a symbol of resilience and labor. It was issued with a surtax to benefit war orphans.
Issued during or shortly after World War I, this stamp was part of a series designed to raise funds for children orphaned by the conflict, reflecting the social impact of the war.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: <bdi><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/en:Louis_Dumoulin" class="extiw" title="w:en:Louis Dumoulin"><span title="French painter (1860-1924)">Louis Dumoulin</span></a></bdi> · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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