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Saudi Arabia 1934 Tax Stamp, 1/2 Ghirsh
uncommon1900-1945

Saudi Arabia 1934 Tax Stamp, 1/2 Ghirsh

Saudi Arabia · 1934 · 1/2 Ghirsh

This is a revenue or tax stamp from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The design features the national emblem, a palm tree above two crossed swords, enclosed within an ornate circular frame. The denomination '1/2' is prominent at the top, with Arabic script indicating the value and country name.

Issued in 1934, just two years after the unification of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, this stamp represents the early fiscal administration of the newly formed state under King Abdulaziz Ibn Saud.

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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.