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Suriname 1953 Flood Relief Surcharge Stamps
uncommon1945-1980

Suriname 1953 Flood Relief Surcharge Stamps

Suriname · 1953 · 20c + 10c

A block of four stamps, each depicting a different scene related to flood disaster and relief efforts in Suriname, such as people on rooftops, a man in a boat, and a woman with a child.

These stamps were issued in 1953 with a surcharge to raise funds for the victims of severe floods that affected Suriname during that year.

Printing Method

Typography

Catalog Numbers

sg303-306
scott303-306
michel303-306

Image: Anefo · License: CC0

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.