Denmark – Scott # 1100-01, used

Description

Issued in 1998, Denmark Scott #1100–1101 form Denmark’s contribution to the annual EUROPA stamp series, which that year focused on National Festivals. The designs celebrate elements of Danish cultural life, combining tradition, public celebration, and national identity.

• Scott #1100 (3.75 kr) depicts a horse set against a festive backdrop featuring Danish flags and crowds, referencing traditional rural celebrations and the long-standing cultural importance of horses in Danish agricultural and ceremonial life.

• Scott #1101 (4.50 kr) features a festival scene centered on a historic building, shown with sail-like decorative elements and public gathering motifs, evoking outdoor cultural events, performances, and civic festivals.

Both stamps are inscribed “EUROPA” and “DANMARK”, with detailed illustrative artwork that balances architectural precision and lively movement. The designs were created by Søren Eilgaard del. and engraved by Arne Kühlmann sc., reflecting Denmark’s strong tradition of fine engraving paired with contemporary illustration.

These issues appeal to collectors of EUROPA stamps, cultural festivals, and Scandinavian design, and form part of a widely collected pan-European thematic series.

These examples are offered used, bearing visible cancellations consistent with normal postal use. The artwork remains clear and visually engaging, with wear appropriate to the issues.

Country: Denmark
Year of Issue: 1998
Scott Numbers: 1100–1101
Denominations: 3.75 kr, 4.50 kr
Condition: Used