Issue:   Tangier Morocco Set Of Queen Elizabeth Stamp

Type:    Stamp

Number of Stamps:   1

Denominations:

Issue Date:    1952

Issued By:   Tangier post

About Stamp:

Queen Elizabeth stamps is a distinctive series issued by the British postal authorities for use in the international zone of Tangier Morocco. These stamps were used from the 1950s until Tangier was reintegrated into Morocco in 1956. During this time the city operated under international jurisdiction making the stamps a unique crossover of British influence in a North African territory. Featuring the image of Queen Elizabeth II these stamps carry historical significance reflecting British colonial presence and the geopolitical landscape of the mid-20th century.

Design and Features of the Queen Elizabeth Stamps

The design of the Tangier Morocco stamps typically mirrors that of contemporary British stamps but with a distinct overprint or inscription marking their specific use for Tangier. The colors used in the series range from deep reds to blues, greens, and purples, each representing different postal values. The overprint Tangier distinguishes these stamps from the standard British issues giving them a unique identity tied to the city international status.

Historical and Philatelic Significance

stamps holds considerable historical and philatelic importance. As a reflection of British presence in the international zone of Tangier these stamps are valuable to collectors interested in colonial history and rare postal issues.  The Queen Elizabeth series stands as a bridge between British postal history and Moroccan sovereignty making it a sought-after item in specialized collections.