common1945-1980

Netherlands 1956 Children's Welfare Stamps

Name: Netherlands 1956 Children's Welfare Stamps
Brand: Netherlands

Netherlands · 1956 · 5c+3c and 10c+4c

A set of two Dutch welfare stamps issued in 1956, featuring designs related to children. The 5c+3c stamp depicts children playing with a ball, and the 10c+4c stamp shows children playing with a toy horse.

These 'Kinderzegels' (Children's Stamps) were an annual issue in the Netherlands, with the surcharge benefiting various children's charities and welfare programs. They highlight the country's commitment to social support for its youth.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

children welfare social-issues charity play

Catalog Numbers

sg790-791

scottB290-B291

michel701-702

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.75

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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