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uncommon1900-1945
Iraq King Faisal I Official Stamp
Iraq · 1923 · 1 Rupee
This stamp features a right-facing portrait of King Faisal I, the first king of modern Iraq. The design is framed by an ornate border with the country's name in both Arabic and English. It was overprinted 'On State Service' in Arabic for official government use.
Issued during the British Mandate of Mesopotamia, this stamp represents the establishment of the Hashemite monarchy in Iraq under King Faisal I in 1921.
Printing Method
Typography
Catalog Numbers
sgO15
scottO15
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$150Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$120Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$90Nicely 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.
