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Switzerland 1872 Winged Railway Wheel
uncommonpre-1900

Switzerland 1872 Winged Railway Wheel

Switzerland · 1872 · 25 Cts

The Swiss stamp depicts a large railway wheel with wings, symbolizing speed and progress, against a plain background. The denomination '25 Cts' is prominently displayed at the bottom.

This stamp, featuring a winged railway wheel, reflects the growing importance of railways in Switzerland during the late 19th century, a period of significant industrial and infrastructural expansion.

Printing Method

Engraved

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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.