uncommon1900-1945

Thailand (Siam) 1935 Judicial Revenue Stamp with Elephant

Name: Thailand (Siam) 1935 Judicial Revenue Stamp with Elephant
Brand: Thailand

Thailand · 1935 ·

This is a judicial revenue stamp from Thailand, then known as Siam, issued around 1935. The design prominently features the three-headed elephant, Erawan (Airavata), a significant mythological figure in Hindu and Buddhist traditions and a royal symbol in Thailand. The intricate engraving highlights the detailed artwork typical of the era's official documents.

Issued during the reign of King Prajadhipok (Rama VII) or early in the reign of King Ananda Mahidol (Rama VIII), this stamp represents a period of political transition in Siam, which officially became Thailand in 1939. Revenue stamps were used to collect taxes on legal and official documents.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

revenue judicial elephants animals heraldry

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$10

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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