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Laos 1958 Red Cross: Mother and Child Breastfeeding Set
uncommon1945-1980

Laos 1958 Red Cross: Mother and Child Breastfeeding Set

Laos · 1958 · 8k, 12k, 15k, 20k Kip

This set of four semi-postal stamps from Laos, issued in 1958, depicts a mother breastfeeding her child, symbolizing maternal care and public health. Each stamp features a Red Cross emblem in the upper right corner, indicating its charitable purpose.

Issued as a semi-postal set, these stamps raised funds for the Red Cross, supporting its humanitarian efforts in Laos, particularly in areas of maternal and child health during the post-colonial period.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sgB1-B4
scottB1-B4
michelB1-B4

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$3.5
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$2.5
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$2
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$1.25
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.75

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