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common1900-1945
France 1903 Sower with Ground 10 Centimes Red Brown
France · 1903 · 10 Centimes
A definitive stamp from France featuring the iconic Sower (Semeuse) design, an allegorical figure sowing seeds. This specific type, known as 'Semeuse lignée', shows the Sower with a ground line beneath her feet.
The Sower series was a prominent and long-running definitive stamp series for the French Third Republic, symbolizing national prosperity and the importance of agriculture in France.
Printing Method
Engraved
Catalog Numbers
sg292
scott140
michel138
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$2Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$1Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$0.5Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$0.25Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$0.1Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
