Presenting an antique collection of 3 Persian Qajar Stamps, originally published in 1260 AH (1881) under the name of Iran utilizing the lithography method. These stamps are adorned with the denomination in "Shahi" (Iranian Currency) at the top, while the value in "cent" or "sāntim" (French currency) is elegantly placed within an ellipse at the bottom of the stamp. This design choice was likely made to align with the practices of European postal organizations. The print circulation for stamps with denominations of one Shahi and two Shahi was 10,000, while for stamps with a denomination of five Shahi, it was 5,000. Embrace the historical significance of these exquisite stamps, meticulously preserved as a testament to Iran's rich postal heritage.
| Product Type & Category | Set of 3 antique Qajar stamps – 1881 issue. |
|---|---|
| Issue Year & Era | 1881 – Qajar era postal issue. |
| Country of Origin | Iran (Qajar dynasty) – historic stamps. |
| Theme & Motifs | Royalty – early Qajar motifs. |
| Condition & Grading | Antique – highly collectible. |
| Condition | Used |
|---|---|
| Origin | Iran |
| Product Type | Postal Stamp |
| Material | Paper |
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