15 poster stamps Orphelinat Mutualiste Français, Mutual Aid for Orphans /1116
$ 7.39
Description
Orphelinat Mutualiste Français (French Mutual Aid for Orphans) This set of poster stamps was issued by the Orphelinat Mutualiste Français , an organization dedicated to providing mutual aid for orphans in France. The stamps feature intricate designs with prominent lettering and varying denominations, symbolizing different levels of contribution to the charitable efforts of the organization. Each stamp bears the inscription "Orphelinat Mutualiste Français" at the top, with the organization's initials "OM" ornately intertwined. Below the initials is a blank area or a value indicating the denomination, ranging from 0.75 francs to 3.50 francs. The use of different colors and values likely represents various tiers of donation, allowing contributors to support the cause at different financial levels. Historical Context The Orphelinat Mutualiste Français was established to support orphans, particularly those who lost parents during times of hardship, including the two World Wars. Mutual aid organizations in France have a long tradition of providing welfare and support to vulnerable populations, and these stamps likely served as both fundraising tools and promotional items to raise awareness of the organization's mission. In the early 20th century, such stamps were commonly produced for charitable and patriotic causes, and they often featured attractive designs to encourage collectors and donors. The wide range of values suggests they were used in campaigns to generate steady funding, perhaps as part of a subscription model or annual donation drive. Organization : Orphelinat Mutualiste Français Purpose : Fundraising for orphan aid in France Values : 0.75 francs, 1.50 francs, 2 francs, 3 francs, and 3.50 francs Happy bidding! Please also check out our offers in the Ebay shop at ebay.DE – unfortunately, these (hundreds!) of offers are not displayed on ebay.COM. – thank you for your interest!
