uncommon1900-1945

Turkestan 50 Kopecks Provisional Handstamp

Name: Turkestan 50 Kopecks Provisional Handstamp
Brand: Turkestan
Availability: InStock

Turkestan · 1918 · 50 Kopecks

The stamp features a simple rectangular design with the word 'ТУРКЕСТАНЪ' (Turkestan) at the top and '50 КОП.' (50 Kopecks) at the bottom, all within a decorative border.

This stamp is a provisional issue from Turkestan during the tumultuous period of the Russian Civil War, when regular postal services were disrupted and local authorities resorted to creating their own stamps.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

provisional handstamp text

Image: Unknown author<span style="display: none;">Unknown author</span> · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100

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.