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Pakistan 1948 First Anniversary of Independence
common1945-1980

Pakistan 1948 First Anniversary of Independence

Pakistan · 1948 · 3½a

This stamp commemorates the first anniversary of Pakistan's independence. The design features the Constituent Assembly Building in Karachi, which housed the nation's first parliament, with the national flag of Pakistan flying prominently. The denomination is 3½ annas, and the inscription reads 'Pakistan Zindabad' (Long Live Pakistan) in Urdu script.

Issued on August 14, 1948, this stamp marks a significant milestone for the newly formed nation, celebrating its first year of sovereignty after the partition of British India in 1947.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg28
scott14
michel28

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$5
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$3
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$1
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.