| Double Geneva | |
|---|---|
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| Country of production | Switzerland |
| Location of production | Geneva |
| Date of production | 30 September 1843 |
| Nature of rarity | Extremely rare |
| No. in existence | Unknown |
| Face value | 5/10 centimes |
| Estimated value | CHF 55,000 |
The Double Geneva is a rare Swiss stamp that was issued by the city of Geneva in 1843, making it the third-oldest stamp of the European continent after the Zürich 4 and 6 (1842), and the British Penny Black and Two penny blue, (1840).[1] It bears the name Double Geneva for the double image on the stamp and its place of origin.[2]
The stamp has a unique design: each half, at 5 centimes if cut out would pre-pay the postage on letters within the city of Geneva; the whole stamp at 10 centimes pre-paid postage outside the city but within the Canton of Geneva.[3]
References[edit]
- ^ "Paul Fraser Collectibles". Archived from the original on 2011-07-21. Retrieved 2010-12-31.
- ^ "Junior Philatilists on the Internet". Archived from the original on 2012-01-31. Retrieved 2010-12-31.
- ^ P Mirabaud & A de Reuterskiold "The postage stamps of Switzerland 1842-1862" 1898; facsimile reprint 1975 Quarterman Publications, Laurence Massachusetts