1920–1940s Algeria French Colonial Postage Stamps Collection | Vintage Alger Oran Heraldry Coats of Arms Set of 17 MH
1920–1940s Algeria French Colonial Postage Stamps Collection | Vintage Alger Oran Heraldry Coats of Arms Set of 17 MH
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Shipping & Returns
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A beautiful and highly collectible historical collection of vintage postage stamps from Algeria issued during the French colonial administration period, dating approximately from the 1920s to the 1940s.
The main layout showcases a comprehensive definitive run of the iconic Algerian Heraldry (Coats of Arms) series. These finely detailed stamps display the traditional historical shields and emblems of major Algerian cities and provinces, including Alger (Algiers), Oran, Constantine, and Tlemcen, spanning a rich array of multi-color variants. The collection is beautifully complemented by large-format scenic colonial pictorials, including the historic Roman ruins of Timgad and lush desert oases with date palms at Colomb-Béchar. All stamps are in premium unused Mint Hinged (MH) condition with full original character, crisp perforations, and no cancellation marks.
Features:
- Set of 17 vintage stamps (excellent thematic French colony collection)
- Authentic French Algeria (Algérie) colonial-era definitive and commemorative issues
- Circa 1920s to 1940s pre-independence era
- Features the popular regional Heraldry/Coats of Arms series for Alger, Oran, Tlemcen, and Constantine
- Includes large-format scenic pictorials showcasing North African desert oases and Roman architecture
- Mint Hinged (MH) condition (unused, clean mint condition without postmarks)
The set includes stamps with various classic French colonial Centimes (c) and Franc (F) denominations, such as:
- 50c, 1F, 1.50F, 2F, 4F, 5F, 6F, 8F, 10F, and 15F.
A fascinating collectible for:
- French Colonies, North African, and Mediterranean postal history experts
- worldwide collectors focused on heraldry, shields, coats of arms, and exotic landscapes on stamps
- early 20th-century French colonial architecture, geography, and graphic design enthusiasts
- premium vintage ephemera and international historical paper archives
The stamps are photographed in detail so collectors can carefully examine the condition, perforation styles, vibrant ink preservation, and clean edges included in the set.
You will receive the exact collection shown in the photos.
Please note:
- This is an original vintage philatelic collection from the mid-20th century, not a modern reproduction.
- Minor signs of age or album storage marks may be present due to the vintage nature of the items.
- Carefully packed and shipped worldwide from Ukraine.
- Import duties or taxes may apply depending on your country’s regulations.
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