Arbe Rab Stamps
Arbe Rab is a fictional entity and does not correspond to any recognized country or territory with established postal history. Therefore, it is impossible to provide a description based on geographical region, colonial history, linguistic environment, or administrative transitions relevant to philately.
- Issued stamps
- 1920–1920
- Issuer type
- Local postal administration
Inscriptions to look for
Words printed on the stamp that point to this issuer. Search any of them in the issuer directory.
- ARBE
- RAB
How to identify Arbe Rab stamps
- Look for 'ARBE' or 'RAB' overprints on Hungarian or Croatian stamps, typically from the 1910s.
- Examine the overprint for authenticity; many forgeries exist. Genuine overprints often show specific characteristics in font and ink.
- Check for specific catalog numbers (e.g., in specialized Italian or Yugoslavian catalogs) as they are not universally listed in major world catalogs.
Popular series
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Arbe Rab Provisional Issue
1920
This refers to a single, short-lived provisional stamp issue from the island of Rab (Arbe in Italian) in 1920, during a period of political transition after World War I. These stamps were overprints on existing Hungarian or Croatian stamps.
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 Arbe Rab stamps is highly dependent on the specific overprint, the base stamp used, and condition. As a very limited and provisional issue, even common examples can hold modest value, with rare varieties or errors fetching significantly more. Authenticity is a key factor due to potential for forged overprints.
Catalogs. Arbe Rab 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 Arbe Rab stamps
Arbe Rab stamps are provisional stamp issues from the island of Rab (known as Arbe in Italian) in 1920. These were created during a period of political uncertainty following World War I, typically by overprinting existing Hungarian or Croatian stamps with 'ARBE' or 'RAB' to serve local postal needs.
Yes, Arbe Rab stamps can be valuable, especially genuine examples in good condition. Their value ranges from €5 for common varieties to several hundred euros for rare types, errors, or those with specific overprint characteristics. Due to their provisional nature and limited issue, they are sought after by collectors specializing in regional or transitional postal history.
To identify Arbe Rab stamps, look for the 'ARBE' or 'RAB' overprint on stamps originally issued by Hungary or Croatia around the 1910s. Pay close attention to the details of the overprint, as forgeries are common. The Stamp Identifier app can suggest the issue from a photo; confirm the catalog number, and ask an expert about anything valuable.
Arbe Rab stamps are not consistently listed in all major international catalogs like Scott, Michel, or Stanley Gibbons under their own heading. They are often found within specialized catalogs for Italian Occupations, Yugoslavian areas, or regional issues. Collectors may need to consult more specific philatelic literature for detailed listings and varieties.
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