Ottoman Empire 1882-1883 20 Piastres Consular Revenue Stamp

Ottoman Empire · 1882 · 20 Piastres

The stamp features the Tughra (calligraphic monogram) of the Ottoman Sultan, surrounded by an ornate frame with text in Ottoman Turkish and French, indicating its denomination and purpose as a consular revenue stamp.

Issued by the Ottoman Empire for consular services, this stamp reflects the administrative and financial practices of the empire in the late 19th century, essential for documenting and taxing various transactions.