Vintage Circa 1912 Denmark Propaganda Poster Stamp The Raven Socialist Weekly
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Condition: Condition Listed In Stamp Description Grade: VF (Very Fine) Very Scarce Vintage Circa 1912 Politcal Propaganda Denmark Poster Stamp The Raven Socialist Weekly Captain Bergsøe (On The Command Bridge): S ... Read More
Condition: Condition Listed In Stamp Description
Grade: VF (Very Fine)
Very Scarce Vintage Circa 1912 Politcal Propaganda Denmark Poster Stamp The Raven Socialist Weekly Captain Bergsøe (On The Command Bridge): Stay Calm, Men! Berlingske Tidende Writes That The Situation In The Free Port Is Excellent! Unused Hinge Remnant 0% Original GumThis Satirical Danish Poster Stamp Was Issued As Part Of The Political Humor Publication Ravnen ("The Raven"), A Socialist Weekly Known For Its Sharp Cartoons And Commentary In The Early 20th Century. The Illustration Depicts A Sinking Steamship Named “Frihavnsselskabet” ("The Free Port Company"), Symbolizing A Failed Or Doomed Political Or Economic Venture. Labeled Craters In The Hull—“Arbejdernes Sammenhold” ("The Unity Of Workers"), “Den Offentlige Mening” ("Public Opinion"), “Socialdemokratens Pletskud” ("The Social Democrat’s Direct Hit"), And “Professor Mundsen”—Suggest The Ship Is Being Undermined By Worker Solidarity, Public Criticism, And Political Dissent. On Deck, Satirical Caricatures Wave Cheerfully While A Banner Declares “Profitudbytteglædelig Jul!!” (“Profit Distribution Merry Christmas!!”), Mocking Bourgeois Greed Amid Disaster. The Caption Below Attributes A Quote To Captain Bergsøe On The Bridge, Saying “Bare Rolig, Mænd! Berlingske Tidende Skriver At Situationen I Frihavnen Er Udmærket!” (“Stay Calm, Men! Berlingske Tidende Writes That The Situation In The Free Port Is Excellent!”), Ironizing The Role Of Conservative Media In Downplaying Crisis. The Stamp Is A Classic Example Of Ravnen’s Anti-Capitalist, Pro-Labor Visual Rhetoric.Visible Text (Rewritten In Sentence Form): Danish: Ravnen. Kaptajn Bergsøe (Paa Kommandobroen): Bare Rolig, Mænd! Berlingske Tidende Skriver At Situationen I Frihavnen Er Udmærket! — English Translation: The Raven. Captain Bergsøe (On The Command Bridge): Stay Calm, Men! Berlingske Tidende Writes That The Situation In The Free Port Is Excellent! Country Of Origin: Denmark Year Of Issue: Circa 1912We'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)
Very Scarce Vintage Circa 1912 Politcal Propaganda Denmark Poster Stamp The Raven Socialist Weekly Captain Bergsøe (On The Command Bridge): Stay Calm, Men! Berlingske Tidende Writes That The Situation In The Free Port Is Excellent! Unused Hinge Remnant 0% Original GumThis Satirical Danish Poster Stamp Was Issued As Part Of The Political Humor Publication Ravnen ("The Raven"), A Socialist Weekly Known For Its Sharp Cartoons And Commentary In The Early 20th Century. The Illustration Depicts A Sinking Steamship Named “Frihavnsselskabet” ("The Free Port Company"), Symbolizing A Failed Or Doomed Political Or Economic Venture. Labeled Craters In The Hull—“Arbejdernes Sammenhold” ("The Unity Of Workers"), “Den Offentlige Mening” ("Public Opinion"), “Socialdemokratens Pletskud” ("The Social Democrat’s Direct Hit"), And “Professor Mundsen”—Suggest The Ship Is Being Undermined By Worker Solidarity, Public Criticism, And Political Dissent. On Deck, Satirical Caricatures Wave Cheerfully While A Banner Declares “Profitudbytteglædelig Jul!!” (“Profit Distribution Merry Christmas!!”), Mocking Bourgeois Greed Amid Disaster. The Caption Below Attributes A Quote To Captain Bergsøe On The Bridge, Saying “Bare Rolig, Mænd! Berlingske Tidende Skriver At Situationen I Frihavnen Er Udmærket!” (“Stay Calm, Men! Berlingske Tidende Writes That The Situation In The Free Port Is Excellent!”), Ironizing The Role Of Conservative Media In Downplaying Crisis. The Stamp Is A Classic Example Of Ravnen’s Anti-Capitalist, Pro-Labor Visual Rhetoric.Visible Text (Rewritten In Sentence Form): Danish: Ravnen. Kaptajn Bergsøe (Paa Kommandobroen): Bare Rolig, Mænd! Berlingske Tidende Skriver At Situationen I Frihavnen Er Udmærket! — English Translation: The Raven. Captain Bergsøe (On The Command Bridge): Stay Calm, Men! Berlingske Tidende Writes That The Situation In The Free Port Is Excellent! Country Of Origin: Denmark Year Of Issue: Circa 1912We'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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