Revenue Stamps Appraisal

Collection of Early-to-Mid 20th Century Revenue and Definitive Postage Stamps

This item is a collection of nine postage stamps, likely from the early to mid-20th century, presented on a gridded, ledger-style page, possibly from a stamp album. The collection includes three definitive stamps and six revenu stamps. The three definitive stamps, positioned at the top of the page, feature a bust portrait of a male figure, possibly a monarch or historical leader, along with text and numerical denominations. One stamp is greenish, with a visible ‘50’ as part of its denomination. The other two are purple, with discernible ‘60’ and ‘20’ denominations, respectively. All three appear to be perforated around the edges, indicating standard postage stamp design. Their condition appears to be good with clear printing, though minor handling marks or slight discoloration cannot be ruled out without closer inspection. The six additional stamps, arranged in two rows below the definitive stamps, are revenue stamps, often used for tax purposes. These stamps are characterized by a prominent double-headed eagle motif, a common heraldic device. Each revenue stamp is attached to a larger, blank rectangular piece of paper, suggesting they are either part of a document or have been carefully removed and mounted. The colors of these revenue stamps vary, including green, orange, red, and blue. Each also features numerical denominations, such as ‘60’, ‘80’, and ‘120’. The printing on these appears crisp, and the paper they are affixed to is in generally good condition, though some minor creasing is possible. The overall presentation on the gridded paper suggests a methodical collection or display, typical of philatelic pursuits. The style of the portraits and the historical use of a double-headed eagle emblem suggest European origin, possibly from a former empire or monarchy. The lack of any apparent damage such as tears or significant creasing on the stamps themselves suggests careful handling and storage. All stamps appear to be uncancelled, indicating they have not passed through the postal system, which can sometimes impact value.