very rare1900-1945

Egypt King Fouad I 50 Piastres Birthday Essay

Name: Egypt King Fouad I 50 Piastres Birthday Essay
Brand: Egypt

Egypt · 1926 · 50 piastres

This 1926 essay depicts King Fouad I of Egypt in his naval commander uniform, commemorating his 58th birthday. The design features a detailed portrait of the King within an ornate green border, with 'POSTES D'EGYPTE' at the top.

King Fouad I, a passionate philatelist, oversaw stamp production for the newly formed Kingdom of Egypt. This essay reflects his personal involvement and the common practice of featuring the monarch on new issues during his reign.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

royalty portraits military birthdays

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1,800

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1,200

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$800

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$400

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$200

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