Zurich 4 and 6
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Zürich 4 and 6 | |
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Country of production | Switzerland |
Location of production | Zürich |
Date of production | 1 March 1843 |
Nature of rarity | Extremely rare |
Number in existence | Unknown |
Face value | 4 and 6 rappen |
Estimated value | CHF 48,000 and above |
The Zürich 4 and 6 were the first postage stamps issued in continental Europe, on 1 March 1843. Both were inscribed "Zürich" at the top.
The 4-rappen stamp was also inscribed "Local-Taxe" at the bottom, since it was intended to pay for letters mailed within the city, while the 6-rappen, inscribed "Cantonal-Taxe", was for use on letters going anywhere in the canton.
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