The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is an international humanitarian movement founded by Henry Dunant in Geneva (Switzerland) in 1863, to protect human life and health, to ensure respect for all human beings, and to prevent and alleviate human suffering, without any discrimination based on nationality, race, sex . In the Lucerne marking, there was a line below the wording, and in the one used in Berne a small "posthorn" appeared. sixty pages dedicated to the plate flaws on this series. Turning off personalized advertising opts you out of these sales. Learn more in our Privacy Policy., Help Center, and Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. The pair offered at this auction was used to illustrate an article in the Swiss philatelic press at the time of the discovery. Since that time, Swiss stamps have generally followed a regular pattern; an issue of about four commemoratives on a single date in the spring, and a similar group in the fall, as well as a Europa issue, usually in the spring. (10% off), Sale Price 43.61 SEK Want Swiss Pro Aero stamp was issued in 1938 to promote the Pro Aero Campaign, held throughout Switzerland from May 21 through May 22, 1938. Swiss 5-rappen blue from 1854 is one of the most unusual stamps in Swiss postal history. The first semi-postal stamp was issued in 1913, but regular annual issues did not start until 1915. subsequently integrated into the Roman Empire. Confederation continues to use the name in its Latin form, where it is September 9, 2022 here show and tell > interesting discovery, July 9, 2022 here show and tell and general discussion. A first printing in light green instead of the chosen blue was first believed to be a proof, but now acknowledged as first trial printing. This was the first issue to deal with the multiple languages of Switzerland; in addition to the word "FRANCO" at the top, the other three sides listed the denomination in rappen, centimes, and (Italian) centesimi. This perforation measurement is critical in identifying the stamps from this first set.The catalog attributes of Group A are as follows. (20% off), Sale Price 522.51 SEK 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 first stamps used in Switzerland were issued by the cantons of Zrich, Geneva (1843) and Basel (1845) for their own use.. The variety, with complete frame lines, is really unique, with only a couple authenticated examples being known. SWITZERLAND HELVETIA OLD STAMPS 1941 Airmail - USED. The finest specimen of this remarkable stamp was auctioned for $89,807 at Rapp auction in November, 2008. postal history. Between 1901 and 1904, the perforation gauge 11 3/4 was again used for two Swiss stamps of the Standing Helvetia design. Initially printed on white wove paper, the stamps switched to granite paper in 1881. View Etsys Privacy Policy. Beat Fischer von Reichenbach was knighted by Leopold I, Holy Roman Emperor for establishing postal services between Germany and Spain. The deadline for bids is April 15, 2023. Harlan F. Stone: Switzerland 1862-1883 The Perforated Sitting Helvetia (2005 APS Champion of Champions Winner) The country's long history makes developing Swiss philatelic collection a thoroughly rewarding hobby for philatelists of all levels. Later, that number was reduced to nineteen (19) due to mergers and to some changes at the frontiers. Original Price USD 13.37 The allegorical figure is typically pictured in a flowing gown, with a spear, and a shield with the Swiss arms. White circle in the field next to Helvetias hand to the left. Very rarely, horizontally inverted pairs, and even more rarely, vertical pairs, can be found and are greatly sought after by collectors with values reaching sometimes US$150'000 to US$200'000 at auction. HELVETIA 2022 is also being held under the patronage of the Association Internationale des Journalistes Philatliques and the Acadmie Europenne de Philatlie. image above.Their catalog attributes are as follows. 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. Aug 14, 2018 - Explore Jane Walden's board "Switzerland (Helvetia)-Postage stamps", followed by 587 people on Pinterest. French, Italian, and to some extent, Romanish. used to describe anyone or anything from Switzerland, is derived from the French Although the Swiss Franc is a little higher than the US Dollar it makes pricing a lot easier. Inner frame right from letters JS (above A in HELVETIA) broken. Send feedback / questions / comments about the site to thewebmaster. Used. 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). 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. USD 5.43, USD 7.24 These stamps feature a seated figure of Helvetia wearing a laurel wreath. The first line in overprint damaged to the left. But what of Swiss stamps and coins? The famous seated Helvetia, who is celebrating her 160th anniversary, is being honoured. $293,000 5 Rp. 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. This Helvetia is the female personification of Switzerland. Today the AHPS offers a full range of services to some325collectors and researchers located primarily in the United States, but also in Canada, Great Britain and Switzerland. multi-cultural confederation, with beginnings dating back to the year (70% off). Switzerland Helvetia lot 40 stamps. Swiss stamps of the Standing Helvetia design were first (The paper has red and blue silk threads, clearly visible in the larger image of the stamp to the left.) World Stamp Exhibition18 22 May 2022. Notes - Delivery *Estimated delivery dates include seller's handling time, origin postcode, destination postcode and time of acceptance and will depend on postage service selected and receipt of cleared payment. 12 Standing Helvetia stamps. Cookies and similar technologies are used to improve your experience, to do things like: Without these technologies, things like personalized recommendations, your account preferences, or localisation may not work correctly. Therefore, there were two types of postmarks. 135.00 SEK, 150.00 SEK Two varieties of the cross-in-oval (25% off), Sale Price 135.00 SEK It is a relatively common variety.The catalog attributes are as follows. With the exception of one 6-rappen block of 9 (3x3) later split into a block of 6 (3x2) and a strip of three, all sheets were cut horizontally, so that no vertical pairs or larger are known to exist today. Officially, these stamps are called The Imperforate Sitting Helvetia Issues of 1854-1862. She is Bids will be quickly acknowledged. Switzerland Helvetia Classic Stamp lot ByAbbieShop (110) $2.99 Stamps: Seated Helvetia (so-called Strubel) from 1854, 15 Sept./1859 SchoenesachenWaren $50.95 FREE shipping 1862 63 Switzerland Stamp #42 Used Three 3 Franco Helvetia Old European Stamp from the 1800s Collect Antique Stamp Postage lizystuff (1,035) $24.75 $27.50 (10% off) International shipment of items may be subject to customs processing and additional charges. In 1975 a postage stamp dedicated to Beat Fischer von Reichenbach was issued in Switzerland. basic tools required to specialize in this series are a perforation The possibilities for specialization in the Standing Those partners may have their own information theyve collected about you. four vertical lines on lance rod behind messengers hand. this perforation gauge, were deemed unsuitable, and they were discontinued. The American Helvetia Philatelic Society (AHPS) is the largest group of collectors of Swiss stamps outside Switzerland. War, the armies of Julius Caesar defeated the Helvetii at the battle of Values are from the 2019 Zumstein catalog. charges may be more, and the lots may take longer to arrive. - 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. At the bureau they received the first Helvetic Republic postmarks. The nickname for these issues stuck, and just about every collector of Swiss stamps now refers to them as "The Strubels". This may indicate that when the Seat of the Government was changed, the red ink was taken from Lucerne to Berne for use there; but, perhaps at the last minute a contingency developed and it was possibly also simultaneously used in Lucerne for a very short period. Look at the watermark. For more information please see our The stamp was issued in sheets of 100, but the total number of items that was printed is also unknown. 1291. The Swiss Learn more. Switzerland : Stamps : Years List . 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. oval is 8.4 mm wide at its widest point. It is printed in black, crimson, and blue, making it the world's first tri-colored stamp. But, an additional inscription, reading "10 PORT CANTONAL Cent" ran across the top of each pair. a couple years, the Swiss stamps of the Standing Helvetia design, with area was under the control of the Holy Roman Empire and then under Zumstein catalog order. Airmail covers are listed and valued per 2013 Schweizerisches Luftpost-Handbuch where appropriate. of a paper that contained the Swiss cross watermark. We present you the rarest and most expensive stamps, but this is not an all-encompassing set. USD 1.89, USD 2.52 The famous seated Helvetia, who is celebrating her 160th anniversary, is being honoured. Some 60 years later the sheet became available for sale in Sweden. Try using a different browser or disabling ad blockers. sure the foreign seller ships to your country, before bidding on or Central Post and Extra.-Courier Marks of the Helvetic Republic, 1798-1803, (with Catalog of Markings in English), By: Edith M. 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