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South Africa 1926 1/2d Springbok Official Stamp

Name: South Africa 1926 1/2d Springbok Official Stamp
Brand: South Africa

South Africa · 1926 · 1/2d

This definitive stamp features a Springbok, the national animal of South Africa, leaping in a field. The design is bicolored, with the central vignette in green and the frame in red. It was overprinted 'OFFICIAL / OFFISIEEL' in both English and Afrikaans for use on government mail.

Issued during the Union of South Africa period, this stamp is part of a long-running series featuring the iconic Springbok. The bilingual overprint reflects the country's dual official languages following the Official Languages of the Union Act of 1925.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

animals mammals springbok official

Catalog Numbers

scottO23

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$40

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.