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uncommon1900-1945
Wilhelmina Charity Stamp, 21 Cent
Netherlands · 1929 · 21 cent
The stamp features a profile portrait of Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands, facing right and wearing a tiara. The country name 'NEDERLAND' is at the top, and the denomination '21 CENT' is at the bottom.
Issued in 1929, this 'Hulpzegel' (charity stamp) likely included a surcharge to raise funds for a specific social or charitable cause in the Netherlands, a common practice for semi-postal issues.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: Staatsbedrijf der Posterijen, Telegrafie en Telefonie (Nederland) · License: Public domain
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