Sudan Official Stamp, Camel Postman

Sudan · 1951 · 5m

This definitive official stamp features the iconic 'Camel Postman' design, a symbol of mail delivery across the vast desert landscapes of Sudan. The design, originally created by Captain H.E. Hebbert, depicts a postman riding a camel, highlighting the traditional method of transport essential for communication in the region. The stamp is overprinted with 'O.S.G.S.' (On Sudan Government Service) for official government use.

Issued in 1951 during the Anglo-Egyptian condominium period, this stamp represents the final years of joint British and Egyptian rule before Sudan gained independence in 1956. The Camel Postman motif was a long-standing and beloved image on Sudanese postage.