StampVault
Back to Catalog
Ireland Railway Parcel Post Stamp, 2d Green
uncommon1900-1945

Ireland Railway Parcel Post Stamp, 2d Green

Ireland · 1922 · 2d

This stamp features a simple design with the denomination '2d' prominently displayed within an ornate circular frame. The text 'RAILWAY PARCEL POST' is inscribed at the top, and 'ÉIRE' (Ireland) at the bottom, indicating its specific use for packages transported by rail.

Issued shortly after the establishment of the Irish Free State, these stamps were part of the new postal system's specialized services. They facilitated the shipment of parcels via the national railway network, a critical part of the country's infrastructure.

Printing Method

Typography

Catalog Numbers

sg
scott
michel

Image: · License:

View on Wikimedia Commons

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

$6
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$3
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1

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