Lebanon 1945 Red Cross Surcharge, Inverted
Lebanon · 1945 · 5p+2½p
This semi-postal stamp features a red overprint on a definitive issue. The overprint includes a Red Cross symbol and a new surcharged value, with the funds intended to support the Red Cross. This particular variety is an error stamp where the entire red surcharge was printed upside down.
Issued in 1945, this stamp reflects post-World War II efforts to support humanitarian organizations like the Red Cross. Surcharge errors, such as this inversion, are highly sought after by collectors.
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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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