uncommonpre-1900

Turkey 1879 Abdul Hamid II Tughra 3 Piaster Revenue Stamp

Name: Turkey 1879 Abdul Hamid II Tughra 3 Piaster Revenue Stamp
Brand: Turkey

Turkey · 1879 · 3 piasters

This 1879 revenue stamp from Turkey features the tughra (calligraphic monogram) of Sultan Abdul Hamid II. Issued with a 3 piaster denomination in yellow, it was intended as a proportional fee revenue for use in the provinces.

Sultan Abdul Hamid II ruled the Ottoman Empire from 1876 to 1909, a period of significant political and social change. Revenue stamps like this were crucial for funding the empire's administration and services.

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tughra sultan revenue ottoman-empire

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$80

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$50

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$30

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$15

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.