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Egypt 1944 King Farouk Definitive Series

Name: Egypt 1944 King Farouk Definitive Series
Brand: Egypt

Egypt · 1944 · Various

This definitive series features a portrait of King Farouk I of Egypt. The stamps were issued in various denominations and colors to cover different postal rates. The design is a classic profile portrait, typical for definitive issues of the era, symbolizing the monarchy's authority.

Issued during World War II under the reign of King Farouk, this series was in use until the Egyptian revolution of 1952, which ended the monarchy and established a republic.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

royalty heads-of-state kings

Catalog Numbers

scott252-266

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$10

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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