Pakistan 1947 Independence Day Overprints

Name: Pakistan 1947 Independence Day Overprints
Brand: Pakistan

Pakistan · 1947 · 3p, 1a, 2a, 1r

This set of four stamps marks the independence of Pakistan on August 15, 1947. The stamps are definitive issues of British India featuring King George VI, which have been overprinted in black ink with the word "PAKISTAN". The denominations are 3 pies, 1 anna, 2 annas, and 1 rupee.

Issued on the very day of its creation, these stamps were Pakistan's first postage issues, created by overprinting existing British Indian stock as an immediate measure following the Partition of India.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

independence overprint george-vi history

Catalog Numbers

sg1-4

scott1-4

michel20-23

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$25

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$20

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$15

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$10

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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