Curated Mint Set – Scott #614 #615 #616 - 1924 Huguenot-Walloon Tercentenary Commemorative Grouping
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Scott #614–616 – Mint 1924 Huguenot-Walloon Tercentenary Commemorative Set – Engraved Classic
This finely curated mint trio of 1924 U.S. commemorative stamps (Scott #614–616) marks the 300th anniversary of the Huguenot-Walloon landing in America, celebrating faith, perseverance, and the pursuit of liberty. Issued on May 1, 1924, and printed by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP), the set is regarded as one of the most beautifully executed engraved issues of the 1920s — a highlight of early U.S. commemorative design.
Set Overview
• Issue: 1924 Huguenot-Walloon Tercentenary Commemoratives
• Scott Numbers: #614, #615, #616
• Issued: May 1, 1924
• Printer: Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP)
• Printing Method: Intaglio (engraved)
• Perforation: 11
• Paper: Unwatermarked
• First Day City: Washington, D.C.
• Purpose: To commemorate the 1624 voyage of the Nieuw Nederlandt and the first settlement of Huguenot-Walloon pioneers in what became New York.
Each design tells part of the settlers' remarkable story of courage and belief:
Scott #614 – 1¢ Green "Ship Niew Nederlandt"
Depicts the vessel that carried the first group of Huguenot and Walloon settlers to the New World. Its elegant engraving symbolizes migration, exploration, and the spirit of faith.
Scott #615 – 2¢ Carmine "Landing of the Huguenots"
Shows the settlers' arrival and offering of thanks — a powerful image of perseverance and gratitude, rendered in the fine detail typical of BEP craftsmanship.
Scott #616 – 5¢ Deep Blue "William the Silent"
Features William I, Prince of Orange — "William the Silent" — a revered figure of the Dutch Reformation and enduring symbol of freedom of conscience.
Condition
Mint, collector-grade stamps with sharp impressions and vivid color. Some sets may show light hinging typical of the period. The photograph shown is representative of the sets available; all are comparable in condition and visual appeal.
Collectible Significance
A highly desirable issue for collectors of early 20th-century U.S. commemoratives, engraved BEP productions, and themes of immigration, religious liberty, and colonial history. The Huguenot-Walloon set stands as a testament to the artistry of American intaglio printing and the nation's growing appreciation for its multicultural heritage. Its balance of historic subject matter and fine engraving makes it a centerpiece in any advanced U.S. collection.
More About This Item
Issued amid renewed national interest in America's colonial foundations, the 1924 Huguenot-Walloon commemoratives reflect both artistic mastery and historical meaning. These mint examples preserve the full beauty of the original BEP engravings — crisp lines, rich inks, and pristine presentation — offering collectors an enduring link to the golden age of U.S. stamp design.
Multiple curated mint sets available, each carefully selected for color strength, centering, and overall collector presentation, true to the examples pictured.
