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Lebanon Cedar Tree and French Flag Overprint
uncommon1900-1945

Lebanon Cedar Tree and French Flag Overprint

Lebanon · 1920 · 1 Piastre

This stamp features a prominent Cedar of Lebanon, a national symbol, with a tricolor French flag overprinted in the upper left corner. The overprint signifies the French Mandate period and includes the denomination '1 Piastre' and the territory name 'Grand Liban' in French.

Issued in 1920, this stamp marks the establishment of the State of Greater Lebanon under the French Mandate for Syria and Lebanon, following the dissolution of the Ottoman Empire after World War I.

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$150
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$120
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$90
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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