Danish 5 Ore Stamp with Postmark

This item is a used postage stamp from Denmark, likely dating from the early 20th century given the style and visible numbering. The stamp features a rectangular shape with perforations along all four edges, indicating it was separated from a sheet of similar stamps. The primary color of the stamp is a pale green, with the design elements rendered in a darker shade of green. The design includes the word "DANMARK" at the top, along with a stylized crown and possibly some smaller dots or symbols. Below this, the denomination "5" is prominently displayed within a circular or spiral motif. The word "ØRE" and "POSTFRIMÆRKE" (Danish for 'postage stamp') are also visible at the bottom. The stamp exhibits a heavy black circular postmark, indicating it has been used. The postmark partially obscures the top left and bottom right corners of the stamp, but important details remain visible. The date "21.3.21" (March 21, 1921) is clearly legible within the postmark, suggesting the exact year of its cancellation. The perforations appear relatively intact, though the edges show some signs of handling consistent with a used stamp. There are no obvious tears or major folds visible, but the impression of the postmark is quite strong, indicating it was firmly applied. The paper appears to be of standard weight for a postage stamp of its era. Overall, the stamp's condition appears fair given its age, with the primary 'issue' being the heavy but decipherable cancellation.

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