World Jamboree Stamp Appraisal

Nederlands-Indië 1937 Wereld Jamboree Stamp

This item is a postage stamp from Nederlands-Indië (Dutch East Indies) commemorating the 1937 World Jamboree. The stamp is monarchical, with a dark, possibly sepia or black-and-white, color scheme. It depicts two young scout-like figures, dressed in uniforms with hats, standing side-by-side. Behind them, there appears to be a stylized representation of what looks like an airplane or a monument, possibly related to flying or exploration, though its exact form is somewhat indistinct due to the stamp's resolution and artistic style. The text "WERELD-JAMBOREE 1937" (World Jamboree 1937) is prominently displayed across the top, curved slightly upwards. In the bottom right corner, the denomination "7½ CENT" is clearly visible, written vertically with 'CENT' above '7½'. The lower edge of the stamp features the text "NEDERL-INDIE" (Dutch East Indies). The stamp has perforated edges on all four sides, indicating it was intended to be separated from a larger sheet. The general condition appears good, with clear printing and no obvious tears or major creases. The edges are largely intact, with good perforation definition. The style of the illustration suggests an early to mid-20th-century aesthetic, consistent with its 1937 date. The simplicity of the design and the monochromatic palette are typical of many stamps from that era. The depiction of scouts and the World Jamboree theme highlight a specific cultural and historical event, adding to its potential philatelic interest.