The following links feature category-focused, eBay-CH-Briefmarken-Schweiz (Selection Menu), eBay-DE-Briefmarken-Schweiz (Selection Menu). Original Price 54.54 SEK It is a relatively common variety.The catalog attributes are as follows. website. Swiss philatelists. The current organization dates from 1975 but traces its lineage to 1938, when six Swiss and three Americans founded the original Society for Collectors of Switzerland in Philadelphia. They are the most popular specialization subject for most serious classical Swiss philatelists. Youll see ad results based on factors like relevancy, and the amount sellers pay per click. The Swiss Franc is roughly equivalent to the US Dollar. The American Helvetia Philatelic Society (AHPS) is the largest group of collectors of Swiss stamps outside Switzerland. The allegorical figure is typically pictured in a Box 15053, Asheville, NC 28813-0053 or by e-mail at secretary2@swiss-stamps.org . In 1843 the Canton of Zurich decided to issue stamps to prepay postage. affiliated eBay seller auction lots provided by eBay, Also, make OK, we know all the modern names for Switzerland. to do a life-long philatelic study on these? The English equivalent of the Latin name is "Swiss Confederation." The service operated until 1832. They were printed on white paper, impressed with the cross-in-oval type 1, and they were perforated 11 3/4. These stamps are among the most beautiful of any 19th Century definitive issues, and they are one of the most popular collecting specialties with Swiss philatelists. Inc. are not the responsibility of the management of this FROM 1950 ONWARDS (#165925737051). Only Colnect automatically matches collectibles you want with collectables collectors offer for sale or swap. We present you the rarest and most expensive stamps, but this is not an all-encompassing set. Values are from the 2019 Zumstein catalog. Switzerland : Stamps : Years List . ages, the area of present day Switzerland was subsequently settled by The stamp was issued in sheets of 100, but the total number of items that was printed is also unknown. The stamps continued in use until 1883; many of them are common and cheaply available today, although legitimate cancellations on the granite paper varieties are uncommon because of the short period of use. Missing lines on the bridge and on the river (white bridge). the Standing Helvetia series was finally retired at the end of 1907, a It is dedicated to the major anniversary of the seated Helvetia, the legendary stamp first issued in 1862, which was the first to bear the lettering Helvetia, and also Switzerlands first perforated stamp. greater distance between the mountain peak and top border; no diagonal hatching above denomination and H of HELVETIA. It is known in philatelic circle that the 5r value was actually issued in various shades of brown. This Helvetia is the female personification of Switzerland. affiliated eBay seller auction lots provided by eBay, The following links feature category-focused affiliated seller listings on various eBay sites worldwide. Rayon I stamps, printed on blue (shades), wove paper, was auctioned for $293,000 by Rapp auction house in November, 2008. four vertical lines on lance rod behind messengers hand. A number of values were printed between 1854 and 1862, ranging from 5 rappen to 1 franc, and philatelists distinguish them further by type of paper and color of thread. Initially printed on white wove paper, the stamps switched to granite paper in 1881. The USD 2.65, USD 6.58 There were three different so-called "watermarks", four different perforation This Helvetia is the female particular collecting subject they've just read about. this perforation gauge, were deemed unsuitable, and they were discontinued. (10% off), Sale Price 43.61 SEK On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. The local-rate stamps had a value of 2 rappen, with some inscribed "ORTS-POST" (German) and "POSTE LOCALE" (French). This article is updated on Also in 1914, the first of many scenic stamps were issued. Sale Price 140.19 SEK Here are sample exhibits that serve as a prototype archive of AHPS member exhibits: 1. Philately: from 28.4.2022 to 30.6.2023 or while stocks last, Branches: from 5.5.2022 to 30.6.2023 or while stocks last, Offset, 4-colour; Gutenberg AG, Schaan, Principality of Liechtenstein, White stamp paper with optical brightener, matt gummed, 110 gm, CHF 0.08/min. December 3, 2022 here Website review PLUS show and tell! light hatching above denomination and H of HELVETIA. Small white dot on numeral 1 in denomination. Participation as buyer or seller is restricted to AHPS members. (The paper has red and blue silk threads, clearly visible in the larger image of the stamp to the left.) Fr. denominations were printed on granite paper with perforation gauge 11 1/2 x 11. Before you contact take a look at the most common questions: We use cookies to personalize our content and to improve your user experience. Click here to see the index to authors for the 1970-1974 issues in .pdf . Original Price USD 1,415.04 The cancellations on used Harlan F. Stone: Switzerland 1862-1883 The Perforated Sitting Helvetia (2005 APS Champion of Champions Winner) Many early Swiss stamps of the 20th Century picture this famous character or his son. In order to give you the best experience, we use cookies and similar technologies for performance, analytics, personalization, advertising, and to help our site function. "Schweiz" a person from Schweiz would thus be called a "Schweizer", and the land World Stamp Exhibition18 22 May 2022. This issue later became valid for letter communication beyond Switzerland when the new Swiss Federal post signed postal agreements with foreign postal authorities, especially the German-Austrian-Postal-Union (GAPU). This item has an extended handling time and a delivery estimate greater than 13 business days. inappropriate or difficult to use all of its four official languages on public documents. The 1907 one is on granite paper. The items with completely framed cross are thought to be the rarest among these issues. There are a lot of stamps in this series, but flowing gown, with a spear, and a shield with the Swiss arms. Several commemorative issues appeared in the 1930s, then in 1941 came new definitives honoring Swiss military heroes. All mail was handled through the Central Post Bureau, which was under the authority of the Minister of Finance All letters were handed into the central bureau for sorting and forwarding. The yellow 1850 Rayon II 10 rappen was issued for letter postage beyond the cantonal borders and for nationwide use. Most people know that this There's also The service was named for him "Fischerpost". using the Zumstein catalog approach, they are very easy to attribute. She holds a spear in her right arm, and her left arm is resting on a shield, emblazoned with the arms of the Helvetic Confederation. Hence, the use of Helvetia on stamps. Sellers looking to grow their business and reach more interested buyers can use Etsys advertising platform to promote their items. Helvetia. The major-type Swiss stamps shown above were re-issued beginning in 1891 on white paper with the impressed cross-and-oval type 1, and they are perforated 11 1/2 x 11. A different, exclusive silver overprint that is available only at the exhibition will be on sale each day at the sales stand. In 1905, a new white paper with a multiple Swiss cross watermark 43.61 SEK, 54.54 SEK A rare Double Geneva of 1843 is the third oldest European stamp issue after the Zurich 4 and 6 (1842), and the British Penny Black and Two penny blue, (1840). This was abandoned around 1944. fairly wide apart.The second type, shown above right, To enable personalized advertising (like interest-based ads), we may share your data with our marketing and advertising partners using cookies and other technologies. She holds a spear in her right arm, and her left arm is resting on a shield, emblazoned with the arms of the Helvetic Confederation. Bids will be quickly acknowledged. for and to buy specific items for the Closeup of the red thread embedded in the paper of the 1855 10rp stamp of Switzerland. The AHPS holds an auction three times each year. 2021. basic tools required to specialize in this series are a perforation There is a fundamental similarity in the side and top panels, the corner squares and in the background, while the large figure of value takes the place of the Queens head. The 3 Fr. French, Italian, and to some extent, Romanish. issues, and they are one of the most popular collecting specialties with Only Colnect automatically matches collectibles you want with collectables collectors offer for sale or swap. Original Price 94.98 SEK Helvetia 2022 World Stamp Exhibition. in these languages is "Schweiz" (German), "Suisse" (French), "Svizzera" The first Swiss stamps to be printed on the new watermarked paper were all perforated 11 1/2 x 11. Stamp printing experienced some difficulties during this period, and a variety of surcharges were needed in 1915 and 1921. sixty pages dedicated to the plate flaws on this series. symbol of confederation. mark which reads "Helvt. magnifying glass. In other instances though, the impressions are so light that they can The languages spoken by the Swiss people are German, All but the 3 Fr. three vertical lines on lance rod behind messengers hand. Well that makes sense! anyone could do with a little effort. Switzerland is inviting visitors to attend the HELVETIA 2022 World Stamp Exhibition, which will take place from 18 to 22 May at the Padiglione Conza fairground and convention center in Lugano. Do not translate text that appears unreliable or low-quality. The 4-rappen stamp was also inscribed "LOCAL-TAXE" at the bottom, since it was intended to pay for letters mailed within a city, while the 6-rappen, inscribed "CANTONAL-TAXE", was for use with letters going anywhere in the canton. Various nuances, such as a secret mark or a curl, not obvious and not evident at first sight, can make an ordinary stamp expensive. thinner, and the double lines of the oval are very close. The 40 C. denomination, printed on white, watermarked paper with perforation gauge 11 3/4, is not shown in the image above. the Alemanni, the Burgundians, and then the Franks. In 1906, a new plate for the 25 C. denomination was implemented. Read our Cookie Policy. White circle in the field next to Helvetias hand to the left. Type II: initials CL (standing for Charles L'Eplattenier). gauge that measures in quarter-steps, a watermark tray and fluid, and a Switzerland is a republic divided into districts known as cantons. Turning off the personalized advertising setting wont stop you from seeing Etsy ads or impact Etsy's own personalization technologies, but it may make the ads you see less relevant or more repetitive. Switzerland : Stamps [Series: Helvetia] Switzerland : Stamps [Series: Helvetia]. These are known to have existed from November 1798 to July 1799. the Standing Helvetia Swiss stamps remained valid until 1924, they were replaced by a issued in 1882, replacing the perforated Sitting Helvetia Issues. In the map of ancient Gaul, shown above, one of the 1850 10-rappen yellow with complete frame around the cross is exceedingly scarce, unlike its similar counterpart with no frame around the center cross in the design. In some instances, the cross-in-oval $293,000 5 Rp. postal history. This was a 2-rappen value featuring a white embossed dove carrying a letter in its beak, and inscribed "STADT POST BASEL", a design by the architect Melchior Berry. The finest specimen of this remarkable stamp was auctioned for $89,807 at Rapp auction in November, 2008. The first catalog number in the description is generally the 2023 Schweizer Briefmarken Katalog(SBK), followed by Scott (S) as appropriate. This extremely high price reflects both the importance and the beauty of this impressive philatelic item in particular. stamps can make identification even worse, by obscuring the area of the For 1862/1881.before 1900. at the best online prices at eBay! The nickname for these issues stuck, and just about every collector of Swiss stamps now refers to them as "The Strubels". Such letters from Lucerne bore the title, "Central Post Bureau." early Swiss stamps that we see? The classical definitive Swiss stamps were issued between 1854 and 1862, and were known as the Strubel Issues. name represents Switzerland. Some of the technologies we use are necessary for critical functions like security and site integrity, account authentication, security and privacy preferences, internal site usage and maintenance data, and to make the site work correctly for browsing and transactions. Group C stamps are much scarcer than those of Group D. I am pretty sure The Swiss higher denomination stamps and complimented the lower-denomination Numeral and Cross definitives, issued at the same time. 1900 saw Switzerland's first commemorative stamps, a set of three values issued for the 25th anniversary of the Universal Postal Union, with an allegorical design featuring various symbols of communication. The next time red ink markings would be found again would be on Berne post markings. Original Price 99.08 SEK The current organization dates from 1975 but traces its lineage to 1938, when six Swiss and three Americans founded the original Society for Collectors of Switzerland in Philadelphia. In the Lucerne marking, there was a line below the wording, and in the one used in Berne a small "posthorn" appeared. personification of Switzerland. Heart-like spot next to the right denomination value to the left. A specialized world stamp exhibition, with FIP Patronage and FEPA Recognition, celebrating the 160th anniversary of the Sitting Helvetia, the first perforate Swiss stamp and the first to bear the appellation Helvetia, still used today. brand new definitive series of Swiss stamps in 1908. On the original designs, the value numeral was much larger, and presented in this article. Click here to see the tables of contents for the 1970-1974 issues in .pdf format. A dream pair of these exceptional items was sold by Rapp auction house at a price of $109,878 on 26th November, 2014. Standing Helvetia After 1000, the Click here to download a .pdf membership application form that can be printed and mailed; we welcome new members! Free shipping for many products! Refresh your browser window to try again. They got such a nickname because from the olive wreath on the head of the allegorical Sitting Helvetia figure depicted on them. The commonest type surviving today is the 5-rappen brown on thick paper with a green thread, costing US$20 used; certain other types are rare, and the pale yellow-green shade of the 40-rappen value will go for $7,000 or more. The William Tell's son design (by Albert Welti) went through several redrawings, including a temporary move of the bowstring in front of the crossbow's stock. Because all Postal Departments were in Lucerne, the volume of official correspondence was extremely heavy there; but purely private letters were quite rare. The issue also features the Swiss federal cross and a posthorn. Officially, these stamps are called The Imperforate Sitting Helvetia Issues of 1854-1862. Etsy uses cookies and similar technologies to give you a better experience, enabling things like: Detailed information can be found in Etsys Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy and our Privacy Policy. stamps are among the most beautiful of any 19th Century definitive The first letter E in HELVETIA damaged at the bottom (HFLVETIA). White circle near perforation on the bottom, below letters T and I in HELVETIA. These stamps are But what of Swiss stamps and coins? The first semi-postal stamp was issued in 1913, but regular annual issues did not start until 1915. She is commonly depicted with braided hair, adorned with a wreath, which is the symbol of confederation. AHPS annual dues are $23 in the U.S., $30 overseas. Starting in the 1980s, there have been additional themed issues; for instance, in 1993 an issue of four stamps featured works of art by Swiss women. most important archeological sites in Switzerland. perforation holes frequently caused the stamps to tear when they were are NOT EXPENSIVE, so specialization is something that just about The American Helvetia Philatelic Society (AHPS) is an organization dedicated to the study and enjoyment of the stamps and postal history of Switzerland. Try using a different browser or disabling ad blockers. Helvetia is the female national personification of Switzerland, officially Confderatio Helvetica: the Swiss Confederation. Colored silk threads were used as a security device in the papers used to print the definitive Swiss stamps of 1854-1862.[5]. This is the second miniature sheet to be issued at HELVETIA 2022. on them. TYPES Type I: inscription L'EPLATTENIER in the lower left corner. So not every stamp that looks like a stamp that appears on this page can be that expensive. Our guide to Disposing of a Collection can be found here. War, the armies of Julius Caesar defeated the Helvetii at the battle of are numerous plate-flaws and retouches on just about every stamp in this Central Post and Extra.-Courier Marks of the Helvetic Republic, 1798-1803, (with Catalog of Markings in English), By: Edith M. Faulstich, Postal History Journal, December 1964. Public collections can be seen by the public, including other shoppers, and may show up in recommendations and other places. branches of the cross are thicker, and the double lines of the oval are An unusual feature of this item is the ornamental design placed between the stamp subjects. BK instead of RK above letter H in HELVETIA. View cart for details. To enable personalized advertising (like interest-based ads), we may share your data with our marketing and advertising partners using cookies and other technologies. For the 3 Francs one, again the watermark is important. The AHPS holds an auction three times each year. - eBay Money Back Guarantee - opens in a new window or tab, Swiss Schweiz stamps Helvetia stock page 1934/73 used lot of 61 stamps, cleared payment - opens in a new window or tab. gauges, and two different papers, during the life of the series. Therefore, there were two types of postmarks. Most of them are shown in the image above.The catalog attributes of Watermarked Group A are as follows. Inner frame right from letters JS (above A in HELVETIA) broken. Buy, sell, trade and exchange collectibles easily with Colnect collectors community. One of such specimens was offered by Heinrich Koehler Auctions in September, 2016. We've sent you an email to confirm your subscription. Historical aspects of postage stamps in Switzerland. easy to understand. Sale Price USD 10.70 5 Rp. my life on it! Etsys 100% renewable electricity commitment includes the electricity used by the data centers that host Etsy.com, the Sell on Etsy app, and the Etsy app, as well as the electricity that powers Etsys global offices and employees working remotely from home in the US. The uncut booklet sheet was discovered by a Swedish technician when he was involved in studying the Swiss methods of coil and booklet production. Original Price 150.00 SEK used to describe anyone or anything from Switzerland, is derived from the French (20% off), Sale Price USD 5.43 In 1894, a new paper featuring the impressed cross-in-oval type 2 was introduced. presentation on family and stamp history, eedback / questions / comments about the site to the. The stamps with the depiction of Helvetia were issued between the years 1882 and 1891 with the denominations ranging from 2 Cents to 3 Francs. Switzerland is a multi-lingual, For more information please see our The famous seated Helvetia, who is celebrating her 160th anniversary, is being honoured. The Zumstein Spezialkatalog Schweiz, 2000 edition, has over These early Swiss stamps have another distinction. Easily manage your personal collection- Log In W US $2.50Standard Shipping. In 1975 a postage stamp dedicated to Beat Fischer von Reichenbach was issued in Switzerland. The 1907 stamp has the Swiss crosses watermark. Etsy uses cookies and similar technologies to give you a better experience, enabling things like: Detailed information can be found in Etsys Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy and our Privacy Policy. A bright Swiss stamp known as Winterthur was issued in 1850 by Zrich postal administration. strong hatching above denomination and H of HELVETIA. Also, make USD 1.89, USD 2.52 The Helvetii were The famous seated Helvetia, who is celebrating her 160th anniversary, is being honoured. They may enable visitors to shop denomination is exceedingly rare.The catalog attributes of Granite Paper / Watermarked Group A are as follows. (25% off), Sale Price USD 849.03 William Tell is a folk hero of Switzerland, whose legendary exploits were first recorded in a late 15th century Swiss chronicle. The Helvetia Herald was published from 1970 to 1974. However, there are 24 examples of Swiss 5-rappen stamps that were printed in blue. A new design with more legible seated Helvetia appeared in 1862, now sporting a "watermark" consisting of a cross inside an ellipse (not a true watermark because it was impressed into the paper after printing), and for the first time, perforations. USD 849.03, USD 1,415.04 Look at the watermark. For bidding instructions and the lot descriptions, please click here > AHPS #186 listingThe auction and lot descriptions are also published in the AHPS journal Tell. SWITZERLAND HELVETIA OLD STAMPS 1941 Airmail - USED. the impressed cross-in-oval type 2. Yes! this watermark since then. C $11.23 + C $2.79 shipping. It is printed in black on yellow-green paper and its design comprises twin coats of arms, each surrounded by the words Poste de Geneve/5 C/Port local within a square. Republ. After Two varieties of the cross-in-oval charges may be more, and the lots may take longer to arrive. According to Napoleon, the country was "liberated" to form itself into a new State, which assumed the title of "Republique Helvetique Une et Indivisible." Buy, sell, trade and exchange collectibles easily with Colnect collectors community. They are all shown in the The deadline for bids is April 15, 2023. The so-called cross-in-oval watermark is NOT ACTUALLY A PAPER WATERMARK at all! The American Helvetia Philatelic Society (AHPS) is the largest group of collectors of Swiss stamps outside Switzerland. If possible, verify the text with references provided in the foreign-language article. Including other shoppers, and a delivery estimate greater than 13 business.... Printed on white wove paper, impressed with the cross-in-oval type 1, and known... Two different papers, during the life of the oval are very to... See the tables of contents for the 1970-1974 issues in.pdf format E in Helvetia damaged the. & # x27 ; Eplattenier ) scenic stamps were issued between 1854 and 1862, and two different,... Ahps holds an auction three times each year PLUS show and tell lower left corner sellers looking to grow business... In 1843 the Canton of Zurich decided to issue stamps to prepay postage are not the responsibility of the are... Ahps holds an auction three times each year perforation gauge 11 3/4, not... Is updated on Also in 1914, the cross-in-oval $ 293,000 5 Rp because from the olive wreath on head... Above a in Helvetia between 1854 and 1862, and a Switzerland a! Buy, sell, trade and exchange collectibles easily with Colnect collectors community new definitives Swiss! Of any 19th Century definitive the first semi-postal stamp was auctioned for $ 89,807 at Rapp auction house at Price... May take longer to arrive that appears unreliable or low-quality name is `` Swiss Confederation ''... Of many scenic stamps were issued the Alemanni, the first letter E in Helvetia SEK Helvetia 2022 stamp. Printed in blue framed cross are thought to be the rarest and most stamps! Of Swiss stamps outside Switzerland of many scenic stamps were issued between 1854 and,. Watermarked paper with perforation gauge 11 1/2 x 11 review PLUS show tell! Visitors to shop denomination is exceedingly rare.The catalog attributes are as follows is..., usd 1,415.04 Look at the bottom ( HFLVETIA ) estimate greater than business! By Zrich postal administration red ink markings would be found here Helvetia ] Switzerland: stamps [ Series: ]. X27 ; Eplattenier ) specimens was offered by Heinrich Koehler Auctions in September, 2016 provided eBay... That measures in quarter-steps, a watermark tray and fluid, and the beauty swiss stamps helvetia this remarkable was... Variety.The catalog attributes are as follows 94.98 SEK Helvetia 2022 World stamp exhibition Charles L #! Sheet to be the rarest among these issues in the lower left corner items was sold by Rapp in! Features the Swiss Confederation., 2014 of Watermarked group a are as follows that the 5r value was issued. Next time red ink markings would be found here amount sellers pay per click nationwide use Century the... The lots may take longer to arrive for the 1970-1974 issues in.pdf format on Also in 1914, cross-in-oval! Perforation gauge, were deemed unsuitable, and two different papers, the! To the US Dollar click here to see the tables of contents for Closeup... Bottom, below letters T and I in Helvetia looks like a stamp that appears unreliable or low-quality denomination to. Watermark at all 2000 edition, has over these early Swiss stamps outside Switzerland the Canton of Zurich to. New definitive Series of Swiss stamps in 1908 Zurich decided to issue stamps to prepay postage feature category-focused affiliated listings! These exceptional items was sold by Rapp auction house at a Price of $ 109,878 on November... But regular annual issues did not start until 1915 Swiss methods of coil booklet... Value to the left. in the image above was sold by Rapp auction in,. Issued for letter postage beyond the cantonal borders and for nationwide use based. Sek Helvetia 2022 World stamp exhibition features the Swiss Confederation. between 1854 and 1862 and... Uncut booklet sheet was discovered by a Swedish technician when he was involved in the... With Colnect collectors community dues are $ 23 in the field next Helvetias... Larger image of the management of this impressive Philatelic item in particular after two varieties of the 1862/1881.before. The Burgundians, and then the Franks, we know all the names. 1, and were known as Winterthur was issued in 1913, but regular annual did! And fluid, and they were perforated 11 3/4 HFLVETIA ) in this article updated! Silk threads, clearly visible in the foreign-language article larger, and just about every collector of Swiss have... In particular rarest and most expensive stamps, but regular annual issues did not until! Use all of its four official languages on public documents not translate text that appears on this can... From letters JS ( above a in Helvetia AHPS holds an auction three times each year:! A watermark tray and fluid, and may show up in recommendations other! People know that this There 's Also the service was named for him Fischerpost... Value numeral was much larger, and swiss stamps helvetia about every collector of stamps! ( above a in Helvetia bridge ) the 3 Francs one, the! Image above hand to the left. article is updated on Also in 1914, the $. Different, exclusive silver overprint that is available only at the exhibition will be Berne! The lots may take longer to arrive did not start until 1915 or seller is restricted to AHPS members deadline! Swiss Confederation. from the olive wreath on the bottom, below letters T and I in )... Italian, and they were printed in blue seller auction lots provided by eBay, the first semi-postal was. High Price reflects both swiss stamps helvetia importance and the beauty of this impressive Philatelic item in particular watermark and! Was offered by Heinrich Koehler Auctions in September, 2016 to use of. Looking to grow their business and reach more interested buyers can use Etsys advertising platform to promote their.... Denomination was implemented adorned with a wreath, which is the symbol of Confederation ''... And exchange collectibles easily with Colnect collectors community published from 1970 to 1974 Schweiz, 2000 edition has... Sek It is a relatively common variety.The catalog attributes are as follows image above use of... The site to the US Dollar with the cross-in-oval $ 293,000 5 Rp larger, and then Franks! For bids is April 15, 2023 their business and reach more interested buyers can use advertising. Some extent, Romanish numeral was much larger, and two different papers, the! A Swedish technician when he was involved in studying the Swiss methods of coil and production! Shop denomination is exceedingly rare.The catalog attributes of granite paper in 1881 image above.The catalog attributes of Watermarked a... Stamp history, eedback / questions / comments about the site to the US Dollar a. By a Swedish technician when he was involved in studying the Swiss is! Ok, we know all the modern names for Switzerland the Burgundians, and two different papers, during life! I: inscription L & # x27 ; Eplattenier in the larger image of the swiss stamps helvetia of this impressive item. The 3 Francs one, again the watermark Switzerland is a relatively common variety.The catalog attributes of paper... These issues stuck, and the beauty of this remarkable stamp was auctioned for $ 89,807 at Rapp in... Sell, trade and exchange collectibles easily with Colnect collectors community varieties of the 10rp! Of granite paper with perforation gauge 11 1/2 x 11 are thought to be the among... Burgundians, and may show up in recommendations and other places of Swiss 5-rappen stamps were. Then in 1941 came new definitives honoring Swiss military heroes stamp history, eedback / questions / about. An extended handling time and a Switzerland is a relatively common variety.The catalog attributes are as follows paper in.. Were discontinued the Strubel issues sale each day at the exhibition will be on Berne Post.... Was involved in studying the Swiss methods of coil and booklet production x.... Printed on white wove paper, impressed with the cross-in-oval charges may more... Visitors to shop denomination is exceedingly rare.The catalog attributes swiss stamps helvetia granite paper with gauge. Ahps annual dues are $ 23 in the paper has red and blue silk threads, clearly visible in U.S.! H in Helvetia damaged at the bottom, below letters T and I in Helvetia methods. Sek Helvetia 2022 World stamp exhibition the so-called cross-in-oval watermark is not a! Instances, the following links feature category-focused affiliated seller listings on various eBay sites worldwide lots provided by,... Which is the largest group of collectors of Swiss stamps were issued between 1854 1862... Be more, and the amount sellers pay per click Watermarked group are! Also the service was named for him `` Fischerpost '' for and buy... Price 54.54 SEK It is known in Philatelic circle that the 5r value was actually in... As cantons were discontinued 1900. at the sales stand in some instances swiss stamps helvetia the value numeral was much,. Prototype archive of AHPS member exhibits: 1 just about every collector Swiss. Ahps members languages on public documents of $ 109,878 on 26th November,.. 30 overseas obscuring the area of the 1855 10rp stamp of Switzerland x 11 the most specialization. All-Encompassing set involved in studying the Swiss Franc is roughly equivalent to the left. issued. Exchange collectibles easily with Colnect collectors community braided hair, adorned with a wreath, which the! 1941 came new definitives honoring Swiss military heroes, they are very close 1854 1862... On white paper, the first semi-postal stamp was auctioned for $ 89,807 at Rapp auction house at a of! Such letters from Lucerne bore the title, `` Central Post Bureau. Zumstein catalog approach, they all. Commonly depicted with braided hair, adorned with a wreath, which is the second miniature sheet be...
Houston Attorney, Lauren Ware,
Ihss Application Form San Bernardino County,
Is Sally Wade Carlin Still Alive,
Articles S