common1900-1945

Egypt 25 Milliemes, King Farouk I

Name: Egypt 25 Milliemes, King Farouk I
Brand: Egypt

Egypt · 1937 · 25m

This definitive stamp features a left-facing portrait of King Farouk I of Egypt. The design is framed with ornate patterns, with the denomination '25 Milliemes' and country name in both Arabic and French script. The stamp is part of a long-running series issued during his reign.

Issued shortly after King Farouk I ascended to the throne in 1936, this stamp was part of the first definitive series bearing his image, symbolizing the continuation of the Muhammad Ali dynasty.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

royalty heads-of-state portraits

Catalog Numbers

sg257

scott213

michel233

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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