Stamps of Switzerland, 1907-1944

Numbering and classification according Zumstein catalog (2009), 'Katalog Schweiz / Liechtenstein'.

Map showing the cantons of Switzerland (1994)
Coat of arms of Switzerland
English: Postage stamps of Switzerland, by issue year. Swiss stamps are not exempt of copyright. The rule is 70 years post mortem auctoris; only those stamps are shown.
Nederlands: Zwitserse postzegels, gegroepeerd per emissiejaar.

Definitive stamps

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Switzerland, officially the Swiss Confederation, is a federal republic in Europe. It consists of cantons, and the city of Bern is the seat of the federal authorities.

11 November 1907

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2-5c. depicting William Tell's son Walter Tell (often referred to as 'Tell boy' or 'Tellknabe'), designed by Albert Welti (1862-1912). Engraved by M. Berthold and printed by typography by the Federal Mint. Granite paper, perforated 11.75. Valid until 31 December 1932.

10-15c. depicting the Helvetia portrait, 'Helvetia Brustbild', designed by Charles L’Éplattenier (1874-1946). Perforated 11.75, valid until 31 December 1932.

1909

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2-5C. William Tell's son, 'Tellknabe', designed by Albert Welti. Changed design, type I: the cord of the crossbow passes in front of the stock. Granite paper, watermarked with a large cross, perforated 11.75. Valid until 31 December 1942.

1910

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2-5C. William Tell's son, 'Tellknabe', designed by Albert Welti. Changed design: string behind crossbow shaft. Perforated 11.75, valid until 31 December 1942.

Type II

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The cord of the crossbow passes behind the stock, top handle small and unsymmetrical. Buff granite paper, watermarked. The 3c only exists as type II.

Type III

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The cord of the crossbow passes behind the stock, top handle larger and symmetrical.