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Greece 1948 Charity Issue, Children's Homes Fund
common1945-1980

Greece 1948 Charity Issue, Children's Homes Fund

Greece · 1948 · 500 Drachma

This semi-postal stamp was issued to raise funds for the Children's Homes Fund. The design features a poignant image of a young girl, symbolizing the children in need of care and shelter. The stamp includes a surcharge, with the additional funds directed towards supporting orphanages and homes for children.

Issued in the aftermath of the Greek Civil War, this stamp reflects the urgent need for social welfare programs to support children orphaned or displaced by the conflict.

Printing Method

Lithography

Catalog Numbers

sgC682
scottRA62
michel542

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$3
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$2
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$1
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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