Morocco Agencies, 5 Centimos on 5 Centimes Green

Name: Morocco Agencies, 5 Centimos on 5 Centimes Green
Brand: Morocco Agencies (French Currency)

Morocco Agencies (French Currency) · 1902 · 5 Centimos on 5c

This definitive stamp is an overprint on a French stamp from the 'Peace and Commerce' series, also known as the 'Sage' type. The original green 5 centimes stamp, featuring an allegorical representation of Peace and Commerce, was surcharged with '5 CENTIMOS' and 'MARRUECOS' for use in French post offices in Morocco. The overprint adapted the stamp for local currency and postal use.

At the turn of the 20th century, several European powers maintained post offices in Morocco. This stamp was issued for use in French post offices, reflecting France's growing influence in the region prior to the formal establishment of its protectorate in 1912.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

overprint definitive allegory

Catalog Numbers

sg2

scott2

michel2

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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

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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