Eritrea 1950 65c Overprint on Great Britain King George VI Stamp
Eritrea · 1950 · 65 Cents
A Great Britain King George VI definitive stamp, specifically the 1 shilling value, overprinted 'B.M.A. ERITREA' and surcharged with a new value of '65 CENTS'. This stamp was issued for use under the British Military Administration in Eritrea.
Following the defeat of Italy in World War II, Eritrea became a British protectorate under military administration. These overprinted stamps were issued to provide postal services during this transitional period before Eritrea's federation with Ethiopia.
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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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