ID: 67847245
Scarce 1888 Norway Vadsø Local Post 4 Øre Reindeer Pulling A Sled (Pulka)
$25.00
Seller:
Oldbrooklynguy (6617)
Condition: Condition Listed In Stamp Description Grade: VF (Very Fine) Scarce 1888 Norway Vadsø Local Post 4 Øre Reindeer Pulling A Sled (Pulka) Unused 50% Original Gum Paper AdhesionThis Privately Issued Local P ... Read More
Condition: Condition Listed In Stamp Description
Grade: VF (Very Fine)
Scarce 1888 Norway Vadsø Local Post 4 Øre Reindeer Pulling A Sled (Pulka) Unused 50% Original Gum Paper AdhesionThis Privately Issued Local Post Stamp Was Produced For Use In The Norwegian Town Of Vadsø, A Remote Arctic Settlement In Finnmark County, Likely Between 1885 And 1910 During The Height Of The Norwegian Bypost (Local Post) Era. The Stamp Features A Striking Scene Of Traditional Sámi Culture, With A Reindeer Pulling A Sled (Pulka) Driven By A Seated Sámi Figure Across A Frozen Landscape, Emphasizing The Region’s Northern Identity And Indigenous Heritage. The Design Is Rendered In A Deep Red Hue With Bold Border Typography That Reads “Vadsø Bypost” And “Fire Øre” (Four Øre), Indicating Its Local Value. Bypost Stamps Were Typically Used To Deliver Letters Or Packages Within The Same Town When Official National Post Services Were Limited Or Nonexistent, Especially In Isolated Northern Areas Like Vadsø. The Depiction Of The Reindeer Sled Also Reflects The Practical Realities Of Arctic Transportation In The Late 19th Century. The Centered Layout, Framing Elements, And Use Of Local Iconography Are Characteristic Of Scandinavian Bypost Design Aesthetics From The Period. Country Of Origin: NorwayVisible Text (Rewritten In Sentence Form): Norwegian: Vadsø Bypost. Fire Øre — English Translation: Vadsø Local Post. Four ØreWe're Happy To Combine Shipping On Multiple Orders To Help You Save! Please Wait For A Combined Invoice Before Making Payment. Once Items Are Paid Separately, We Regret That Combined Shipping Discounts Can No Longer Be Applied.All Items Shipped Within The United States Are Sent By First Class Mail Using Hip Standard Envelope With Tracking. International Orders Are Shipped By United States Postal Service First Class Mail Without Tracking. In Both Cases, I Do Not Assume Responsibility For Loss Or Damage Once The Envelope Has Been Delivered To The Post Office. All International Shipments Are Photographed And Hand-Cancelled At The Post Office To Provide Proof Of Mailing. If You Would Prefer Your Item To Be Tracked And Insured, Please Contact Me In Advance So I May Provide The Cost For This Service. If You Are Not In Agreement With These Terms, Kindly Refrain From Placing An Order. Thank You For Your UnderstandingA Friendly Note Before You Buy...Why Buy From Me?Over 6,000 Positive Reviews On Hip Stamp, You Can Buy With Confidence!With Over 50 Years Of Business Experience In New York And Florida Across Various Enterprises, I Bring A Lifetime Of Integrity, Reliability, And Expertise To Every Transaction. I Am Proud To Serve On The Membership Committee And Board Of Directors Of The Internet Philatelic Dealers Association (IPDA Member #443) And Am Also A Member Of The Poster Stamp Collectors Club (PSCC Member #101). My Longstanding Reputation Is Built On Exceptional Customer Service, Attention To Detail, And A Deep Knowledge Of Philately, Ephemera, Antiques And Collectibles. When You Buy From Me, You're Buying From A Trusted Professional Dedicated To Accurate Descriptions, Secure Shipping, And A Positive Experience Every Time. Buy With Confidence Because Your Satisfaction And Security Are Always My Top Priorities.Thanks So Much For Stopping By! Most Of The Poster Stamps And Cinderellas I Offer Are Truly Old Historic Treasures? Many Are Close To 100 Years Old Or More. Because Of Their Age, You Might Notice A Few Minor Imperfections Here And There. They're Full Of History And Character, But They Most Definitely Aren't Post Office Fresh. That's Especially True For Cinderella And Poster Stamps, So Please Take A Good Look At The Scans Because They're An Important Part Of The Description. Also, Please Note That The Backs Of Poster Stamps Are Typically Considered Much Less Important Than The Fronts, And Descriptions Can Be A Bit Subjective. If The Condition Of The Back Is Important To You, Just Reach Out. I Am Happy To Provide More Details Or Additional Scans.I Do My Best To Describe Everything Honestly And Accurately, And To The Best Of My Ability, I Guarantee That All Items Are Genuine (Unless Otherwise Noted). I'm Not A Philatelic Expert, Just A Passionate Collector And Seller Who Cares About Getting It Right. Occasionally A Mistake Might Slip Through, But If An Item Turns Out To Be Fundamentally Not As Described, I'll Make It Right With A Refund.Please Feel Free To Reach Out With Any Questions Or If You'd Like To See More Photos. I'm Always Happy To Help Before You Buy.Your Satisfaction Is My Top Priority. The Rest Is Just A Bonus.Thanks Again, And Happy Hunting!
Grade: VF (Very Fine)
Scarce 1888 Norway Vadsø Local Post 4 Øre Reindeer Pulling A Sled (Pulka) Unused 50% Original Gum Paper AdhesionThis Privately Issued Local Post Stamp Was Produced For Use In The Norwegian Town Of Vadsø, A Remote Arctic Settlement In Finnmark County, Likely Between 1885 And 1910 During The Height Of The Norwegian Bypost (Local Post) Era. The Stamp Features A Striking Scene Of Traditional Sámi Culture, With A Reindeer Pulling A Sled (Pulka) Driven By A Seated Sámi Figure Across A Frozen Landscape, Emphasizing The Region’s Northern Identity And Indigenous Heritage. The Design Is Rendered In A Deep Red Hue With Bold Border Typography That Reads “Vadsø Bypost” And “Fire Øre” (Four Øre), Indicating Its Local Value. Bypost Stamps Were Typically Used To Deliver Letters Or Packages Within The Same Town When Official National Post Services Were Limited Or Nonexistent, Especially In Isolated Northern Areas Like Vadsø. The Depiction Of The Reindeer Sled Also Reflects The Practical Realities Of Arctic Transportation In The Late 19th Century. The Centered Layout, Framing Elements, And Use Of Local Iconography Are Characteristic Of Scandinavian Bypost Design Aesthetics From The Period. Country Of Origin: NorwayVisible Text (Rewritten In Sentence Form): Norwegian: Vadsø Bypost. Fire Øre — English Translation: Vadsø Local Post. Four ØreWe're Happy To Combine Shipping On Multiple Orders To Help You Save! Please Wait For A Combined Invoice Before Making Payment. Once Items Are Paid Separately, We Regret That Combined Shipping Discounts Can No Longer Be Applied.All Items Shipped Within The United States Are Sent By First Class Mail Using Hip Standard Envelope With Tracking. International Orders Are Shipped By United States Postal Service First Class Mail Without Tracking. In Both Cases, I Do Not Assume Responsibility For Loss Or Damage Once The Envelope Has Been Delivered To The Post Office. All International Shipments Are Photographed And Hand-Cancelled At The Post Office To Provide Proof Of Mailing. If You Would Prefer Your Item To Be Tracked And Insured, Please Contact Me In Advance So I May Provide The Cost For This Service. If You Are Not In Agreement With These Terms, Kindly Refrain From Placing An Order. Thank You For Your UnderstandingA Friendly Note Before You Buy...Why Buy From Me?Over 6,000 Positive Reviews On Hip Stamp, You Can Buy With Confidence!With Over 50 Years Of Business Experience In New York And Florida Across Various Enterprises, I Bring A Lifetime Of Integrity, Reliability, And Expertise To Every Transaction. I Am Proud To Serve On The Membership Committee And Board Of Directors Of The Internet Philatelic Dealers Association (IPDA Member #443) And Am Also A Member Of The Poster Stamp Collectors Club (PSCC Member #101). My Longstanding Reputation Is Built On Exceptional Customer Service, Attention To Detail, And A Deep Knowledge Of Philately, Ephemera, Antiques And Collectibles. When You Buy From Me, You're Buying From A Trusted Professional Dedicated To Accurate Descriptions, Secure Shipping, And A Positive Experience Every Time. Buy With Confidence Because Your Satisfaction And Security Are Always My Top Priorities.Thanks So Much For Stopping By! Most Of The Poster Stamps And Cinderellas I Offer Are Truly Old Historic Treasures? Many Are Close To 100 Years Old Or More. Because Of Their Age, You Might Notice A Few Minor Imperfections Here And There. They're Full Of History And Character, But They Most Definitely Aren't Post Office Fresh. That's Especially True For Cinderella And Poster Stamps, So Please Take A Good Look At The Scans Because They're An Important Part Of The Description. Also, Please Note That The Backs Of Poster Stamps Are Typically Considered Much Less Important Than The Fronts, And Descriptions Can Be A Bit Subjective. If The Condition Of The Back Is Important To You, Just Reach Out. I Am Happy To Provide More Details Or Additional Scans.I Do My Best To Describe Everything Honestly And Accurately, And To The Best Of My Ability, I Guarantee That All Items Are Genuine (Unless Otherwise Noted). I'm Not A Philatelic Expert, Just A Passionate Collector And Seller Who Cares About Getting It Right. Occasionally A Mistake Might Slip Through, But If An Item Turns Out To Be Fundamentally Not As Described, I'll Make It Right With A Refund.Please Feel Free To Reach Out With Any Questions Or If You'd Like To See More Photos. I'm Always Happy To Help Before You Buy.Your Satisfaction Is My Top Priority. The Rest Is Just A Bonus.Thanks Again, And Happy Hunting!
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- Oldbrooklynguy (6617)
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