common1945-1980

Madagascar 1958 Proclamation of the Malagasy Republic

Name: Madagascar 1958 Proclamation of the Malagasy Republic
Brand: Madagascar

Madagascar · 1958 · 20f

This stamp commemorates the proclamation of the Malagasy Republic on October 14, 1958. The design features a map of Madagascar, the new national flag, and a zebu head, a significant cultural and economic symbol for the Malagasy people. The inscription "PROCLAMATION DE LA REPUBLIQUE MALGACHE" and the date are prominently displayed.

Issued to mark Madagascar's transition to an autonomous republic within the French Community, this stamp represents a key step towards the nation's full independence, which was achieved in 1960.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

politics history maps flags national-symbols

Catalog Numbers

sg473

scott312

michel363

Image: · License:

View on Wikimedia Commons

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.

Related Stamps

Madagascar 1973 Complete Year Set

Madagascar · 1973

common~$20

Malagasy Republic Coat of Arms and President Philibert Tsiranana

Malagasy Republic (Madagascar) · 1961

common~$0.25

Malagasy Republic Independence Proclamation

Malagasy Republic · 1960

common~$0.5

Madagascar 1980 International Year of the Child

Madagascar · 1980

common~$2