British Forgery of French Morocco Airmail Stamp with Fake German Overprint
Morocco · 1942 · 1 franc
This item is a British-produced forgery of a 1939 French Morocco airmail stamp, originally denominated 1 franc. It features a fabricated 1942 overprint reading 'German State Post in Morocco', designed to mimic a German occupation issue.
Created during World War II, this forgery served as a propaganda tool, likely intended to sow confusion or undermine Allied authority by implying a German presence or claim over French colonial territories in North Africa.
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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