1868 5 Cent Green Stamp - French Republic

Item Specifics

Country

France

Condition

Unused

Stamp Format

Single

Year of Issue

1868

Item Description

1 Historical significance
The 5-centime green stamp was part of the first series of postage stamps issued in France after the introduction of the postage stamp system in 1849. It symbolizes the evolution of postal communication in France and marked a significant change in how letters and parcels were sent.
2 Design and artist
The stamp features an intricate design that includes allegorical figures representing commerce and the postal service, highlighting the importance of communication in society. It was designed by well-known engraver Jean-Baptiste Moitte.
3 Cultural impact
This stamp not only serves as a piece of postal history but also reflects the cultural and artistic trends of 19th-century France, an era rich with social change and artistic growth.

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