British Army Post Egypt Stamps
British Army Post Egypt operated within North Africa, primarily serving British military forces stationed in Egypt during periods of British influence and control. These issues are fundamentally tied to the logistical and administrative needs of the British Expeditionary Forces, often featuring overprints on definitive issues of Great Britain or India.
- Issued stamps
- 1932–1932
- Region
- Africa, North Africa
- Currency
- EGP
- Languages
- English
- Issuer type
- Occupation postal administration
- Part of
- Great Britain
History and background
The stamps predominantly display English inscriptions, reflecting the language of the administering military authority, and their usage ceased upon the formal withdrawal or restructuring of British military postal services in the region. This postal entity represents a specific, temporary administrative layer superimposed upon the established Egyptian postal system.
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.
- B.A.P. EGYPT
How to identify them
- Look for the overprint 'B.A.P. EGYPT' (British Army Post Egypt) on stamps of Great Britain.
- Verify the underlying definitive stamp issue to confirm it's a legitimate overprint for this entity.
- Check for specific overprint types and colors, as varieties exist.
Popular series
-
King George V Overprints
1932
British definitive stamps of King George V overprinted 'B.A.P. EGYPT' for use by the British Army Post Office in Egypt.
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+
Values vary significantly based on the underlying stamp, the specific overprint variety, and condition. Errors or scarce varieties of the overprint can command higher prices.
Catalogs. British Army Post Egypt 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 British Army Post Egypt stamps
British Army Post Egypt stamps are British definitive stamps that were overprinted 'B.A.P. EGYPT' for use by the British military postal services stationed in Egypt during 1932. They served the logistical and administrative needs of British forces in the region.
The value of British Army Post Egypt stamps can range from a few pounds for common issues to several hundred pounds for rare varieties, errors, or stamps in pristine condition. Factors like the underlying stamp, the specific overprint, and its condition significantly influence their market price.
You can identify British Army Post Egypt stamps by looking for the distinctive 'B.A.P. EGYPT' overprint on stamps originally issued by Great Britain, typically featuring King George V. The Stamp Identifier app can suggest the issue from a photo; confirm the catalog number, and ask an expert about anything valuable.
British Army Post Egypt stamps are listed in major stamp catalogs such as Stanley Gibbons (often under Great Britain or British Commonwealth), Scott, and Michel. These catalogs provide detailed information on varieties, issue dates, and estimated values.
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.