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Lebanon 1930 Airmail Overprint on French Levant Stamp
uncommon1900-1945

Lebanon 1930 Airmail Overprint on French Levant Stamp

Lebanon · 1930 · 25 Piastres

This definitive airmail stamp features a prominent overprint on a French Levant issue. The overprint reads 'REPUBLIQUE LIBANAISE' in an arc above 'AVION' and a new denomination, applied to a base stamp depicting a Cedar of Lebanon tree, a national symbol.

Issued under the French Mandate, this overprint reflects Lebanon's developing postal autonomy and the growing importance of airmail services in the region during the early 20th century.

Printing Method

Typography

Catalog Numbers

scottC17
michel131

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$25
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$18
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$12
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$6
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$2

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