Denmark – Scott #s 1152-53, used

Description

Issued in 1999, Denmark Scott #1152–1153 are Denmark’s contribution to the annual EUROPA stamp series, which that year focused on Nature Reserves. The pair highlights Danish wetland landscapes, emphasizing conservation, biodiversity, and the protection of fragile ecosystems.

• Scott #1152 (4.50 kr) depicts Vejlerne, one of Denmark’s largest and most important wetland nature reserves. The design shows reeds, open water, and waterfowl, with a windmill and distant landscape elements reinforcing the harmony between nature and managed land.

• Scott #1153 (5.50 kr) features Tønder Marsh (Tønder Marsken), portraying shallow waters filled with wading birds and fish, set against wide open marshland. The composition emphasizes ecological richness and the importance of coastal wetlands.

Both stamps are inscribed “EUROPA” and “DANMARK”, with detailed, naturalistic illustrations by Jens Gregersen del. and engraved by Arne Kühlmann sc., combining painterly color with fine line work. The designs reflect Denmark’s strong tradition of nature illustration and its commitment to environmental protection.

These issues appeal to collectors of EUROPA stamps, wetlands, birds, conservation themes, and Scandinavian nature, and form part of a widely collected pan-European series.

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

Country: Denmark
Year of Issue: 1999
Scott Numbers: 1152–1153
Denominations: 4.50 kr, 5.50 kr
Condition: Used