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common1900-1945
Iraq King Faisal I
Iraq · 1931 · 1 anna
This stamp features a portrait of King Faisal I, the first king of modern Iraq. The design is simple, focusing on the monarch's profile facing left, framed by an ornate border with the country's name in both Arabic and English.
Issued in 1931, this was the first postage stamp of the Kingdom of Iraq, marking a significant step in establishing national identity and sovereignty following the end of the British Mandate.
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Catalog Numbers
sg1
scott1
michel1
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$5Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$3Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$1Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$0.5Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$0.25Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
