Grand Duchess Charlotte, Caritas Issue

Name: Grand Duchess Charlotte, Caritas Issue
Brand: Luxembourg

Luxembourg · 1924 · 10c

This stamp features a portrait of Grand Duchess Charlotte, who reigned from 1919 to 1964. It is part of the first 'Caritas' (charity) series issued by Luxembourg, with the surtax intended to raise funds for charitable causes. The design is a classic engraved portrait, typical of the era's definitive and semi-postal issues.

Issued in the early years of Grand Duchess Charlotte's long and popular reign, this stamp reflects a post-WWI period of national consolidation and the growing use of postage for social fundraising.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

royalty charity portraits women

Catalog Numbers

scottB1

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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

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

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.