A310-Switzerland 1926 Pro Juventute 5c “Helvetia” Coat of Arms Used Block of 4

Title

🇨🇭 Switzerland 1926 Pro Juventute 5c “Helvetia” Coat of Arms Used Block of 4 — Lion of Vaud — Rare Vintage Stamps

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Category

Stamps > Europe > Switzerland > Commemorative Issues

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Condition

Used — good condition with light circular cancellation marks; original perforations intact; clean reverse with no hinge marks visible.

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Item Specifics

Attribute Details

Country/Region of Manufacture Switzerland

Year of Issue 1926

Series Pro Juventute Charity Issue

Denomination 5 centimes

Theme Coat of Arms / Heraldry / Lion

Type Postage Stamp

Format Block of 4 (used)

Colour Purple, Green, and Gold

Cancellation Circular date stamp

Currency on Stamp Swiss Franc (Centimes)

Catalogue Reference Zumstein PJ 1926 / Scott B62

Grade Fine to Very Fine (F-VF)

Era Early 20th Century (1901–1950)

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Valuation & Market Overview

Individual 1926 Pro Juventute 5c (used): Typically sells for £1.50–£3.50 each.

Block of 4 (used, well-centred, clean): Collectible premium applies (×3–4x single value).

Estimated fair market value: £6–£12 GBP depending on buyer interest and clarity of postmark.

Catalogue (Zumstein / Michel) value: approx. CHF 10–15 for a used block.

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Recommended Listing Prices

Sale Type Recommended Price Notes

Buy It Now (Fixed Price) £11.99 GBP Best Offer enabled

Auction Starting Bid £4.99 GBP 7-day listing, ending Sunday evening

Expected Sale Range £8–£12 GBP Based on collector market averages

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Description (for eBay listing body)

> Beautiful used block of 4 of the 1926 Switzerland Pro Juventute 5c charity issue, featuring the Lion of Vaud coat of arms on a purple and green background.

Clear circular postmark across the block, good colour retention, and crisp perforations.

A charming early 20th-century Swiss charity issue — perfect for collectors of Helvetia, European heraldry, or Pro Juventute series.

Authentic vintage piece, guaranteed genuine.

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