Assorted International Philatelic Collection

A diverse collection of 18 individual postage stamps originating from various countries and territories, primarily reflecting mid-20th-century philately. The assortment includes stamps from France (République Française), Vietnam (Bưu Chính), Mauritania (République Islamique de Mauritanie), Cameroon, and the Central African Republic. Physical characteristics consist of small rectangular and square paper formats with distinctive perforated edges typical of the period. Colors range from monochromatic sepia and green to multi-colored lithographic prints. Notably, several specimens feature historic portraiture, such as Georges Mandel and Jean-Bédel Bokassa, as well as architectural landmarks, native flora, and cultural motifs. The condition of the collection is varied; many stamps show visible signs of use, including circular postal cancellations (date stamps) and wavy ink marks. Perforations appear mostly intact, though slight toning or yellowing of the paper is evident on several older specimens. The stamps represent various printing techniques including photogravure and engraving. This collection spans approximately the late 1940s through the 1970s, serving as a material historical record of changing geopolitical borders and colonial history in the Francophone world. The craftsmanship reflects the standard government-issued postal production of the mid-century era, with intricate line work and typography consistent with national mint standards of the time.