Denmark – Scott # B71, used

Description

This Denmark semi-postal commemorative stamp, Scott #B71, issued in 1987, marks the 50th anniversary of Epilepsiforeningen, the Danish Epilepsy Association. As a semi-postal issue, the stamp includes a charitable surcharge intended to support research, education, and assistance related to epilepsy, continuing Denmark’s tradition of socially conscious stamp design.

The design employs a modern, abstract visual language to communicate a medical theme without literal imagery. Undulating horizontal bands of color create a rhythmic pattern across the stamp, while a sharp, irregular line resembling an EEG trace cuts through the composition. This visual contrast evokes neurological activity and disruption, symbolically representing epilepsy in a way that is both sensitive and conceptually clear.

Printed in a restrained but striking color palette, the stamp balances calm, flowing forms with the tension of the jagged central line. The country name “Danmark,” denomination, and commemorative inscription are cleanly integrated into the design, preserving postal clarity while allowing the symbolism to take center stage. The overall aesthetic reflects late-1980s Scandinavian graphic design, emphasizing abstraction, meaning, and restraint.

Issued with a denomination of 2.80 kr + 50 øre, the stamp was intended for higher-rate postal use while generating funds through its surcharge. This example is offered used, bearing visible postal cancellation consistent with genuine circulation. Used copies are valued by collectors interested in Denmark semi-postals, medical and health themes, and modern European stamp design.

Scott Catalog Number: B71
Denomination: 2.80 kr + 50 øre
Year of Issue: 1987
Condition: Used
Country: Denmark