Venezuela 1960 World Refugee Year

Name: Venezuela 1960 World Refugee Year
Brand: Venezuela

Venezuela · 1960 · 25 c

This stamp commemorates the World Refugee Year of 1959-1960. The design features a stylized tree, symbolizing shelter and growth, being protected by a pair of hands, representing aid and protection for displaced people. The inscription 'AÑO MUNDIAL DEL REFUGIADO' reinforces the stamp's purpose.

Issued as part of a global philatelic effort coordinated by the United Nations, this stamp aimed to raise awareness and funds for refugees worldwide following post-war displacement and other crises.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

refugees world-refugee-year humanitarian trees hands

Catalog Numbers

sg1259

scottC779

michel1098

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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