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France 1849 Ceres 20 Centimes Blue

Name: France 1849 Ceres 20 Centimes Blue
Brand: France

France · 1849 · 20 Centimes

This iconic French stamp features the allegorical head of Ceres, symbolizing the Republic, in a profile facing left. The design includes 'REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE' at the top and 'POSTES' in the center, with the denomination at the bottom.

Issued in 1849, this stamp is one of France's earliest and most recognizable postal issues, marking the beginning of the Second Republic's postal system and setting a standard for future designs.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

allegory classical republic postal-history

Catalog Numbers

sg3

scott3

michel3

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$100

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$50

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$25

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$10

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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