Pakistan 10 Rupees Khyber Pass Official Stamp

Name: Pakistan 10 Rupees Khyber Pass Official Stamp
Brand: Pakistan

Pakistan · 1948 · 10 Rs (Rupees)

This official service stamp features a view of the historic Khyber Pass, a mountain pass connecting Afghanistan and Pakistan. The scene is framed by an ornate archway inspired by Islamic architecture, with the country's name in both Urdu and English. It is overprinted with 'SERVICE' for use on government mail.

Issued shortly after Pakistan's independence in 1947, this stamp was part of the first definitive series. The Khyber Pass was chosen as a symbol of the new nation's strategic importance and rugged natural beauty.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

landscape mountains architecture official-mail

Catalog Numbers

sgO26

scottO26a

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1,500

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1,200

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$950

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$600

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$250

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.