King Farouk I, 10 Milliemes, Blue
Egypt · 1937 · 10 Milliemes
This definitive stamp features a three-quarters portrait of King Farouk I of Egypt, facing left. The design is framed with ornate patterns, with the denomination '10 Milliemes' and country name in both Arabic and French script. The stamp is printed in a distinct blue color.
Issued during the early reign of King Farouk I, this stamp was part of a definitive series that replaced the previous issues of King Fuad I. Farouk's reign marked a significant period in modern Egyptian history, preceding the 1952 revolution.
Printing Method
Photogravure
Catalog Numbers
Estimated Values by Condition
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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