All “Pro juventute” issues are sold at an additional premium, which goes to Benevolent Societies.
Until 1937 these premiums were not shown on the stamps, but were as follows:
2c. for all 3c. franking values
5c. for all 5c.
7 1/2 c. for 10c, 15c. and 20c. values
10c. for all 30c. and 40c. values.
From 1937, the premium appeared on the designs.
The illustration shows the first issue , which was released Dec 1, 913.
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It showed Helvetia nad the Matterhorn.
Designed by A. Grasset. Perf 1 x 11 1/2.
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