France – Scott # 120, used
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France Scott #120 (1900) is a used definitive stamp from the Type Mouchon series, featuring a seated allegorical Liberty holding the “Rights of Man” tablet.
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Description
This France definitive stamp, Scott #120, issued in 1900, features the seated allegorical figure of Liberty from the celebrated Type Mouchon series. The issue reflects the artistic and political sensibilities of the French Third Republic at the turn of the twentieth century, emphasizing republican ideals and civic identity.
The design depicts Liberty seated and holding a tablet inscribed “DROITS DE L’HOMME,” a direct reference to the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen. The figure is rendered in finely engraved line work, with careful attention to drapery, posture, and facial expression. Ornamental borders and balanced typography frame the image, reinforcing the stamp’s formal and symbolic character.
Printed in a muted rose-lilac tone, the stamp demonstrates the precision and craftsmanship of French engraving from this period. The inscriptions “POSTES” and “REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE” clearly identify the stamp’s function and national origin, while the classical imagery underscores continuity between revolutionary ideals and modern governance.
Issued with a 30 centime denomination, the stamp was intended for standard postal use. This example is offered in used condition, showing evidence of normal circulation. Used copies are particularly attractive to collectors of classic French definitives, allegorical designs, and turn-of-the-century engraved issues.
Scott Catalog Number: 120
Denomination: 30 centimes
Year of Issue: 1900
Condition: Used
Country: France
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