uncommonpre-1900

Turkey Revenue Stamp on Document, 20 Paras (1871)

Name: Turkey Revenue Stamp on Document, 20 Paras (1871)
Brand: Turkey

Turkey · 1871 · 20 paras

This listing features a 20 paras revenue stamp from the Ottoman Empire, affixed to an official document. The stamp served as proof of payment for a receipt and acquittance, indicating a tax or fee had been settled.

Revenue stamps were essential for the Ottoman government to collect various taxes and fees, playing a significant role in the financial administration of the empire during the late 19th century.

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revenue document ottoman-empire tax

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$50

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$30

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$20

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$10

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.