Bijawar Stamps
Bijawar was a princely state located in the Bundelkhand region of Central India, within the British Raj's political sphere of influence. Its postal history is characterized by the issuance of its own provisional stamps, primarily used for internal mail services before integration into the broader British Indian postal system.
- Issued stamps
- 1935–1937
- Region
- Asia, South Asia
- Currency
- INR
- Languages
- Devanagari, Hindi
- Issuer type
- Historical postal administration
- Part of
- British India
About Bijawar stamps
The script predominantly featured on these issues is Devanagari, reflecting the local language environment. The state's postal autonomy ceased following India's independence in 1947, with its postal administration eventually being absorbed by the Indian postal service.
Further reading: Wikipedia
How to identify Bijawar stamps
- Look for hand-stamped overprints, typically in black or violet, on revenue or court fee stamps of British India or local design.
- The overprint will often include the name 'Bijawar' in Devanagari script.
- Stamps are generally imperforate or roughly perforated, reflecting their provisional nature.
Popular series
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Provisional Issues
1935-1937
The primary and only series of stamps issued by Bijawar, characterized by hand-stamped overprints on court fee or revenue stamps, often featuring Devanagari script.
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
- $10–$50
- Scarce stamps
- $100–$500+
Values vary significantly based on the specific overprint, stamp type (court fee vs. revenue), condition, and rarity of the provisional issue. Unused examples are generally more valuable.
Catalogs. Bijawar 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 Bijawar stamps
Bijawar stamps are provisional issues from the princely state of Bijawar in British India, used for internal mail services between 1935 and 1937. They are characterized by hand-stamped overprints on existing revenue or court fee stamps.
Yes, Bijawar stamps can be valuable, especially rare varieties, specific overprints, or those in excellent condition. Common issues might range from $10-$50, while rarer examples can fetch hundreds of dollars. Their historical significance as provisional issues from an Indian Princely State contributes to their appeal.
Bijawar stamps are identified by their distinctive hand-stamped overprints, often in Devanagari script, applied to revenue or court fee stamps. Look for the name 'Bijawar' in the overprint. For a first lead, photograph the stamp in the Stamp Identifier app, then confirm the catalog number; valuable stamps deserve an expert opinion.
Bijawar stamps are listed in major international stamp catalogs, including Scott, Michel, and Stanley Gibbons. These catalogs provide detailed listings, historical context, and estimated values for the various issues.
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