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East African Common Services Organization, Languages

Name: East African Common Services Organization, Languages
Brand: Kenya, Uganda and Tanganyika

Kenya, Uganda and Tanganyika · 1961 · 10c

This stamp, the first from the East African Common Services Organization, features a map of East Africa with the word 'Languages' prominently displayed. It symbolizes the linguistic diversity and shared communication goals of Kenya, Uganda, and Tanganyika. The design highlights the organization's role in unifying the region through shared services.

Issued in 1961, this stamp marks the establishment of the East African Common Services Organization (EACSO), which provided shared transport, communications, and research services for the three territories as they moved towards independence.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

languages communication maps eacso

Catalog Numbers

sg1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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