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Sudan 1898 Military Telegraph Stamps, Camels and Telegraph Lines Set
uncommonpre-1900

Sudan 1898 Military Telegraph Stamps, Camels and Telegraph Lines Set

Sudan · 1898 · 5 Milliemes, 1 Piastre, 2 Piastres, 5 Piastres

This set of four stamps from Sudan, issued in 1898, depicts a caravan of camels with riders traversing a desert landscape, alongside newly erected telegraph lines and poles. Palm trees are visible in the background, emphasizing the arid environment.

These stamps were issued during the Anglo-Egyptian Condominium in Sudan, specifically for military telegraph services, reflecting the strategic importance of communication infrastructure for British military and administrative control in the region.

Catalog Numbers

sgT1-T4
scottT1-T4
michelTelegraphenmarken 1-4

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$180
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$120
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$80
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$25

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