common1900-1945

Netherlands 1927 Children's Welfare Stamps - Provincial Coats of Arms

Name: Netherlands 1927 Children's Welfare Stamps - Provincial Coats of Arms
Brand: Netherlands

Netherlands · 1927 · 1c, 2c, 3c, 5c (Dutch Cents) + charity surcharge

This 1927 set of Dutch children's welfare stamps features the coats of arms of four provinces: Drenthe, Groningen, Limburg, and Overijssel. Designed by Antoon Molkenboer, these stamps were issued to raise funds for children's charities.

Issued annually, Dutch 'Kinderzegels' are a long-standing tradition of charity stamps, with the surcharge benefiting various children's welfare initiatives. This particular set highlights regional identity through provincial heraldry.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

children charity coats-of-arms provinces netherlands-history

Catalog Numbers

sg349-352

nvph208-211

scottB1-B4

michel208-211

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$20

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$15

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$10

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.