uncommon1900-1945

Wilhelmina Charity Stamp, 21 Cent

Name: Wilhelmina Charity Stamp, 21 Cent
Brand: Netherlands
Availability: InStock

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

Themes

royalty heads-of-state charity portrait

Image: Staatsbedrijf der Posterijen, Telegrafie en Telefonie (Nederland) · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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