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Transvaal 2d Pietersburg Provisional Overprint
uncommon1900-1945

Transvaal 2d Pietersburg Provisional Overprint

Transvaal (South African Republic) · 1901 · 2d

A 2d stamp of the South African Republic (ZAR) featuring a black 'Pietersburg' overprint. The original stamp design is simple, with text indicating the country and denomination.

This provisional issue was created in Pietersburg, Transvaal, during the Second Boer War (1899-1902) when regular stamp supplies were disrupted, highlighting the impact of the conflict on civil administration.

Printing Method

Typography

Catalog Numbers

michel59A

Image: ZAR Republic · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.