Netherlands 1940 Flying Dove with Guilloche Overprint
Netherlands · 1940 · 12½ C
This stamp features a stylized flying dove, a common symbol, overprinted with a distinctive guilloche pattern. The denomination of 12½ C is clearly visible.
Issued in 1940, these stamps with guilloche overprints were released during the German occupation of the Netherlands in World War II, likely reflecting changes in postal administration or security measures during this turbulent period.
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Image: Staatsbedrijf der Posterijen, Telegrafie en Telefonie (Nederland) and Jan van Krimpen · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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