Ethiopia 1919 Overprinted Pictorials, Menelik II & Empress Zauditu

Name: Ethiopia 1919 Overprinted Pictorials, Menelik II & Empress Zauditu
Brand: Ethiopia

Ethiopia · 1919 · 1/4g to 10t

This definitive series features portraits of Emperor Menelik II and Empress Zauditu, along with the Lion of Judah emblem. The stamps were originally issued in 1909 and were overprinted in 1919 with new denominations in Guerche and Thaler, reflecting currency changes of the era.

Issued during the reign of Empress Zauditu, this series represents a transitional period in Ethiopian postal history, adapting earlier stamp issues to new currency standards following the death of Menelik II.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

royalty menelik-ii empress-zauditu lion-of-judah overprint

Catalog Numbers

sg202-216

scott145-159

michel111-125

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$150

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$120

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$85

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$40

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$15

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