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Sudan 1898 Camel Postman, Military Telegraph Overprint

Name: Sudan 1898 Camel Postman, Military Telegraph Overprint
Brand: Sudan

Sudan · 1898 · 1m

This stamp features the iconic 'Camel Postman' design, depicting a mail carrier on a camel traversing the desert. It is an overprinted version of the first general issue of Sudan, with the text 'MILITARY / TELEGRAPH' applied to repurpose it for telegraphic services during the Anglo-Egyptian campaign.

Issued during the Anglo-Egyptian reconquest of Sudan, these overprinted stamps were used for military telegraphs, reflecting the logistical importance of communication in the campaign led by General Kitchener.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

camels deserts postal-history overprints military

Catalog Numbers

sgA1

scottM1

michelT1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$100

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$75

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$50

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$10

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