Latvia postage stamps year 1939 National Unity Day MLH set
Latvia 1939 National Unity Day (Scott 207–214)
Overview
- Occasion: Commemorates the 5th Anniversary of Latvia’s National Unity Day (also known as “Lāčplēsis Day”), celebrated annually on November 11 in Latvia to honor the Latvian victory in the War of Independence.
- Scott Catalogue: Numbers 207 through 214 represent this commemorative set issued in 1939.
Description & Rarity
- A complete mint set with gum, such as Scott 207–214, is highly collectible and was listed for sale at around £18.
- There are also imperforate or error varieties known among collectors, which are especially valued.
Notable Auction Variants
The Cherrystone Auctions sale highlights some rare archives and proofs related to this issue:
- Imperforate horizontal pairs of the 5s and 10s stamps (unused proofs, no gum) carry a catalog reference like Scott 208, 209, 210 var. and realized $475 at auction.
- The 20s bright ultramarine stamp exists in a vertical sheet margin pair with an imperforate bottom variety, noted as Scott 210 var., though it remained unsold.
Summary Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Issue Year | 1939 |
| Scott Numbers | 207–214 (National Unity Day set) |
| Occasion | 5th Anniversary of National Unity Day |
| Common Collectibles | Mint sets (with gum), used, hinged, values around £18 |
| Rare Varieties | Imperforate proofs, sheet-margin pairs (e.g., 208–210 var., 210 var.) sold for up to $475 |
