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Netherlands 1951 Summer Stamp: Rechteren Castle

Name: Netherlands 1951 Summer Stamp: Rechteren Castle
Brand: Netherlands

Netherlands · 1951 · 5c + 3c

This stamp depicts Kasteel Rechteren (Rechteren Castle), a medieval castle located in Dalfsen, Overijssel, Netherlands. It was issued as part of the 1951 'Zomerzegel' (Summer Stamp) series, which featured various Dutch castles.

The 'Zomerzegel' series were semi-postal stamps issued annually by the Netherlands to raise funds for charitable causes, with the surcharge (the +3c) going to social welfare programs.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

castle architecture charity semi-postal

Catalog Numbers

sg806

nvph571

scottB246

michel605

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$0.75

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.5

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.3

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.15

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.05

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