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Romania 1906 Charity Stamp, King Carol I & Prince Ferdinand

Romania · 1906 · 15 Bani

This semi-postal stamp features dual portraits of King Carol I and his heir, Crown Prince Ferdinand. The design is framed by ornate scrollwork and includes the Romanian coat of arms at the top. The surtax collected from the sale of this stamp was designated for charitable purposes.

Issued during the reign of King Carol I, this stamp was part of a series celebrating 40 years of his rule and was one of Romania's first semi-postal issues, raising funds for public welfare.

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Catalog Numbers

scottB1
michel164

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$25
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$15
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$8
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$4
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1

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