Norway Stamps
1940

Michel 224
"Posthorn and Lion coat of Arms"

Issued: Type 'I' 25th Nov 1940, Type 'II' Dec 1941. This stamp measures 20 x 24mm and was printed photogravure on unwatermarked paper and was perf 13:13½.

Mi 224
20 Øre
dark red
Front

Mi 224
20 Øre
dark red
Reverse

Valid until: Unknown

Quantities: Type 'I' = 18,440,000 and Type 'II' = 349,890,000

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VARIATIONS

Mi 224 I
20 Øre
dark red
denomination 4mm high

Mi 224 II
20 Øre
dark red
denomination 4.25mm high

Type 'I': Bow of '2' pulled down, denomination 4 mm high. Lion drawing powerful. Country name and currency designation thin.

Type II: The '2' is shorter, digit 4.25 mm high. Lion drawing fine. Country name and currency designation thicker font.

This stamp is sensitive to gasoline

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Mi 224
Mint, Unused
Front

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Mi 224
Mint, Unused
Reverse

Norway Stamps 1940

Michel 224 "Posthorn and Lion coat of Arms"