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uncommon1900-1945
Crete 1922 25 Lepta Overprint
Crete · 1922 · 25 Lepta
A definitive stamp of Crete depicting a classical figure, overprinted in black with '25 ΛΕΠΤΑ' (25 Lepta) in 1922.
Issued by the Cretan postal administration in 1922, this overprint reflects the island's distinct philatelic identity during its integration into the Kingdom of Greece.
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Image: scanned by <a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Nickpo" title="User:Nickpo">User:Nickpo</a> · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$300Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$180Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$100Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$50Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$20Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
