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Netherlands 1974 Children's Stamps: Sinterklaas Drawings

Name: Netherlands 1974 Children's Stamps: Sinterklaas Drawings
Brand: Netherlands

Netherlands · 1974 · Various denominations with surcharge (e.g., 10c+5c, 15c+5c)

A set of five Dutch children's stamps from 1974, featuring vibrant drawings by children depicting various scenes related to the traditional Dutch celebration of Sinterklaas (Saint Nicholas) and his helpers. These stamps were issued with a charitable surcharge.

Part of the long-standing Dutch Kinderpostzegels tradition, these stamps were sold with an additional charge, the proceeds of which were dedicated to funding projects and organizations supporting child welfare and education in the Netherlands. The 1974 issue specifically celebrated children's artistic interpretations of a beloved national holiday.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

childrens-stamps charity sinterklaas dutch-culture childrens-art

Catalog Numbers

sgB490-B494

scottB490-B494

michelB490-B494

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.5

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