In 1933, Vatican City issued several postage stamps featuring Pope Pius XI. Among these were the first semi-postal stamps released on April 1, 1933, commemorating the 24th Holy Year. Later that year, on May 31, the “Gardens and Medallions” definitive stamps were issued, depicting the arms of Pope Pius XI on the lower values and views of the Vatican gardens, St. Peter’s Basilica, and Pope Pius XI himself on higher values.
About the 1933 Pope Pius XI Stamp Lot:
- The stamps from 1933 typically depict Pope Pius XI in classic profile or in combination with Vatican symbols such as the papal arms and Vatican gardens.
- These stamps are collectible both used and mint, with the mint being highly sought after.
- The semi-postal stamps from 1933 include charity surcharges for the Holy Year.
- The definitive issues issued later the same year show exquisite engraving and detailed representations of the Vatican.
- Used sets or lots from this year often include a variety of these semi-postal and definitive stamps related to Pope Pius XI’s reign.
Such lots can be considered valuable due to the historical significance of Pope Pius XI being the pontiff during the early years of Vatican City’s independence and because of their attractive designs.
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