Sweden 1866-1872 Lion

From Stamps of the World
  • Issue Dates : 1 April 1866 - 1872
  • Designed by :
  • Printed by : G. Scheutz
  • Print Process : Typo
  • Perforations : 14
  • Catalogue N°s Michel 15-16, Yvert 13-15, SG (1955) 13-15.

A small lion in the middle. Beware of reprints in 1885, and of grey issue forgeries.

17 öre

17 öre violet, Antiqua circle at UDDEVALLA in 1866.
17 öre red-lilac, Antiqua circle at HALMSTAD in 1869.
17 öre grey in 1869 rare, used in 1870.

20 öre

20 öre deep brick-red, pair at STOCKHOLM in 1868.
20 öre brick-red at PITEA in 1869.