Luxembourg Caritas 50th Anniversary Souvenir Sheet 1974 Appraisal

Luxembourg Caritas 50th Anniversary Souvenir Sheet (1974)

This philatelic item is a souvenir sheet from Luxembourg, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the 'Timbres Caritas' (Caritas Stamps) charity series, spanning the years 1924 to 1974. The sheet features a single large postage stamp with a face value of 20+10 francs. The stamp's central artwork depicts a highly detailed ivory carving of the Crucifixion, showcasing high-quality craftsmanship in its printing. The border of the stamp is ornate, featuring gothic-style lettering for the country name 'Luxembourg'. The overall sheet is off-white or light cream in color with black typography. The stamp itself is perforated within the larger sheet, which remains intact and appears to be in mint, unmounted condition, protected by a clear plastic mount. Notations at the bottom of the stamp indicate it was printed by the 'Imprimerie de l'Etat Autrichien' (Austrian State Printing House), known for high-quality intaglio and photogravure work. The condition appears excellent with no visible foxing, toning, or corner blunting, maintaining its original crisp edges and vertical orientation.