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Luxembourg 1891 Grand Duke Adolphe
commonpre-1900

Luxembourg 1891 Grand Duke Adolphe

Luxembourg · 1891 · 10c

This definitive stamp features a left-facing portrait of Adolphe, Grand Duke of Luxembourg. The design is framed by ornate scrollwork, with the country name 'LUXEMBOURG' at the top and the denomination '10 CENTIMES' at the bottom. This series was the first to depict Grand Duke Adolphe following his accession to the throne.

Issued in 1891, this stamp marks the beginning of the House of Nassau-Weilburg's reign in Luxembourg after the personal union with the Netherlands ended upon the death of King William III in 1890.

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Catalog Numbers

sg49
scott36
michel36

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$10
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$2
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1

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