What is a semi-postal stamp?
Q: What is a semi-postal stamp?
A: A semi-postal stamp is a postage stamp issued to raise money for some purpose, usually for charity. It has an additional monetary value (surcharge) devoted to the specific non-postal, charitable purpose and separated from the official postal value with a "+" sign.
Q: What are examples of semi-postals?
A: Examples of semi-postals include Virgin Mary on a 1993 semi-postal of Ukraine, Pomgol, a 1921 famine relief issue of Russia, and Drei Könige, a 1982 Christmas stamp of Germany.
Q: How does the additional monetary value work on a semi-postal stamp?
A: The additional monetary value (surcharge) on a semi-postal stamp is devoted to the specific non-postal, charitable purpose and separated from the official postal value with a "+" sign.
Q: What type of charities do these stamps typically support?
A: Semi-postals typically support charities that are related to non-profit organizations or causes such as famine relief or Christmas celebrations.
Q: Are there any other uses for these stamps besides raising money for charity?
A: Semi-Postals can also be used as collectible items due to their unique designs and limited availability.
Q: Where can I buy these types of stamps?
A: These types of stamps can be purchased at philatelic stores or online retailers that specialize in collecting postage stamps.
