Sudan 1897 Camel Postman

Sudan · 1897 · 1m

This definitive stamp, the first issued by Anglo-Egyptian Sudan, features a classic and enduring design of a postman riding a camel through the desert. The design, created by Captain E. A. Stanton, symbolizes the vital role of the camel post in delivering mail across the vast and arid region. The inscription reads 'SOUDAN' at the top and 'POSTAGE' and the denomination at the bottom.

Issued under the Anglo-Egyptian Condominium, this stamp represents the establishment of a formal postal system in Sudan following the Mahdist War. The camel postman design became an iconic symbol of the country for over 50 years.