Ottoman Empire Tughra Definitive Stamp
Ottoman Empire · 1909 · 20 Para
The stamp features the tughra (monogram) of an Ottoman Sultan, likely Mehmed V, surrounded by intricate calligraphic designs. The denomination '20 Para' is prominently displayed in Ottoman Turkish script.
Issued during the reign of Sultan Mehmed V, this stamp reflects the postal system of the Ottoman Empire in its final decades. It was part of a definitive series used during a period of significant political upheaval and decline for the empire.
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Image: Post of Ottoman Empire · License: Public domain
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
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Nicely centered, minor flaws
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Off-center or visible wear
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