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1882 Bangkok 10 Cents Overprint
uncommonpre-1900

1882 Bangkok 10 Cents Overprint

Thailand · 1882 · 10 Cents

The stamp features a profile portrait of Queen Victoria facing left, within an oval frame. It is an overprint of a Straits Settlements stamp, with 'BANGKOK' at the top and '10 CENTS' at the bottom.

This stamp was issued by the British Post Office in Bangkok, reflecting the presence of foreign postal services in Siam (Thailand) during the late 19th century. It is an overprint on a Straits Settlements stamp, used before Thailand established its own comprehensive postal system.

Printing Method

Engraved

License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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