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Paul de Smeth

1859 – 1940

Belgian philatelist

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About Paul de Smeth

Lived 1859 – 1940 (aged 81).

Paul de Smeth (7 November 1859 – 10 December 1940) was a Belgian philatelist who signed the Roll of Distinguished Philatelists in 1926.

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Important facts

Born
7 November 1859
Birth century
19th century
Died
10 December 1940

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Paul de Smeth?

Belgian philatelist (1859-1940)

When was Paul de Smeth born?

Paul de Smeth was born on 7 November 1859.

When did Paul de Smeth die?

Paul de Smeth died on 10 December 1940.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Paul de Smeth

· Wikidata: Q16856133

· DBpedia: Paul de Smeth

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