Antequera Stamps
Antequera is a historical city located in the Andalusia region of southern Spain, not an independent sovereign country with its own distinct postal administration. Therefore, its postal history is entirely integrated with that of Spain, utilizing Spanish language and currency denominations throughout its history.
- Issued stamps
- 1936–1936
- Region
- Europe, Southern Europe
- Currency
- ESP
- Languages
- Spanish
- Issuer type
- Local postal administration
- Part of
- Spain
About Antequera stamps
Stamps issued for use in Antequera would be standard Spanish issues, reflecting the political and administrative evolution of the Kingdom of Spain. Any specific postal markings would pertain to Spanish provincial administration rather than a unique national postal entity.
Further reading: Wikipedia
Inscriptions to look for
Words printed on the stamp that point to this issuer. Search any of them in the issuer directory.
- ANTEQUERA
How to identify Antequera stamps
- Look for 'ANTEQUERA' overprints or surcharges on standard Spanish stamps, particularly those from the 1930s.
- Examine the specific type of overprint or surcharge, as variations exist and affect value.
- Be aware that many Civil War local issues were unofficial or propaganda-related and may not be listed in all major catalogs.
Popular series
-
Civil War Provisional Issues
1936
Stamps issued locally during the Spanish Civil War, often overprinted or surcharged Spanish national stamps for local use.
Value overview
Typical ranges as orientation, not prices for a particular stamp. Condition, variety and demand decide the value of your copy; for current asking prices, check listings or the app.
- Common stamps
- €5–€50
- Scarce stamps
- €100–€500+
The value of Antequera's local issues from the Spanish Civil War era depends heavily on their specific overprint, condition, and rarity. Forgeries and unofficial issues are common, requiring expert authentication.
Catalogs. Antequera stamps are listed in the major world catalogs: Scott, Michel and Stanley Gibbons. Catalog numbers and groupings differ between them; the Stamp Identifier app shows the numbers it can find for your stamp.
Questions about Antequera stamps
Antequera stamps refer to local provisional issues created in the city of Antequera, Spain, primarily during the Spanish Civil War in 1936. These were typically standard Spanish national stamps that were overprinted or surcharged for local postal use due to wartime disruptions.
The value of Antequera's local Civil War stamps can vary significantly. While some common overprints might be moderately priced (€5-€50), rare varieties, errors, or well-documented provisional issues can fetch hundreds of Euros. Condition and authenticity are crucial factors in determining their value.
To identify Antequera stamps, look for clear 'ANTEQUERA' overprints or surcharges on Spanish stamps from the 1930s. Pay close attention to the details of the overprint, as different types exist. The Stamp Identifier app can suggest the issue from a photo; confirm the catalog number, and ask an expert about anything valuable.
While major international catalogs like Scott might not extensively list these highly localized issues, specialized European catalogs, particularly Michel (Germany), often provide listings for Spanish Civil War provisional stamps, including those from Antequera. Stanley Gibbons typically focuses on Commonwealth issues and is less likely to list them.
Not sure where
it's from?
Photograph the stamp and Stamp Identifier names the issuer, the year and the series. One identification every 24 hours is free; prices and listings need Premium.