Denmark – Scott # B91, used

Description

This Denmark semi-postal commemorative stamp, Scott #B91, issued in 2006, was released in support of Dansk Flygtningehjælp (Danish Refugee Council), one of Denmark’s leading humanitarian organizations providing assistance to refugees and displaced persons worldwide. As a semi-postal issue, the stamp includes a charitable surcharge intended to fund emergency relief, protection, and long-term support for people affected by conflict and displacement.

The design is bold, expressive, and socially charged. A stylized human figure reaches forward amid abstract forms and textured overlays, suggesting movement, urgency, and appeal for help. The composition conveys displacement and resilience without relying on literal imagery, using graphic abstraction to evoke the emotional realities of forced migration. The layered visual elements and strong contrasts reflect early-21st-century Scandinavian graphic design focused on advocacy and impact.

Printed in a limited, high-contrast palette, the stamp integrates the country name “Danmark,” denomination, and charitable reference cleanly into the composition. The “50” anniversary marking emphasizes the organization’s longevity and sustained humanitarian role. The overall aesthetic balances urgency with clarity, ensuring the message remains legible and powerful at small scale.

Issued with a denomination of 4.75 kr + 50 øre, the stamp was intended for higher-rate postal use while raising funds through its surcharge. This example is offered used, bearing visible postal cancellation consistent with genuine circulation. Used copies are valued by collectors of Denmark semi-postals, refugee and humanitarian themes, and contemporary European stamp design.

Scott Catalog Number: B91
Denomination: 4.75 kr + 50 øre
Year of Issue: 2006
Condition: Used
Country: Denmark