Ottoman Empire Tughra Revenue Stamp

Ottoman Empire · 1916 · 20 para

The stamps feature the Tughra (imperial monogram) of the Ottoman Sultan, likely Mehmed V, within an ornate frame. The denomination is inscribed in Ottoman Turkish script.

These revenue stamps were issued during World War I, a period of significant political and territorial upheaval for the Ottoman Empire, which was nearing its end. They were used for various taxes and fees, reflecting the administrative needs of the empire.