Bundi Stamps
Bundi was a princely state located in the southeastern region of Rajputana, within the Indian subcontinent. Its postal history is characterized by the issuance of its own provisional stamps, primarily during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, before integration into the British Indian postal system.
- Issued stamps
- 1894–1947
- Region
- Asia, South Asia
- Currency
- INR
- Languages
- Hindi, Urdu
- Issuer type
- Historical postal administration
- Part of
- India
About Bundi stamps
These issues typically featured local rulers' names or state insignia, often in Hindi or Urdu, reflecting the administrative languages of the region. The state's postal autonomy ceased following India's independence in 1947 and its subsequent accession to the Indian Union.
Further reading: Wikipedia
How to identify Bundi stamps
- Look for inscriptions in Hindi or Urdu, often featuring the name 'Bundi' or the ruler's name.
- Examine for handstamps or overprints on early provisional issues.
- Note the designs, which often include portraits of rulers or state crests.
- Check for watermarks, though many early issues may not have them.
Popular series
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Provisional Issues
1894-1904
Early provisional stamps often handstamped or overprinted, featuring local rulers' names or state insignia.
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Official Issues
1904-1947
Definitive issues with more formal designs, typically depicting the ruler or state crest, inscribed in Hindi or Urdu.
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–$1,000+
Values vary significantly based on condition, specific issue (especially early provisionals), and cancellations. Early provisional issues, particularly those with clear handstamps or rare varieties, command higher prices. Later definitive issues are generally more affordable.
Catalogs. Bundi 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 Bundi stamps
Bundi stamps are provisional and definitive postage stamps issued by the princely state of Bundi, located in Rajputana (British India), between 1894 and 1947. These stamps were used for internal postal services within the state before its integration into the Indian Union.
The value of Bundi stamps varies. Common definitive issues can be found for a few dollars, while early provisional issues, especially those with rare handstamps, varieties, or in superb condition, can fetch hundreds or even thousands of dollars. Factors like rarity, condition, and cancellation significantly impact their philatelic value.
To identify Bundi stamps, look for inscriptions in Hindi or Urdu, often featuring the state's name or the ruling Maharaja's name. Early issues may have handstamps or overprints. Designs typically include portraits of rulers or state emblems. For a first lead, photograph the stamp in the Stamp Identifier app, then confirm the catalog number; valuable stamps deserve an expert opinion.
Bundi stamps are listed in major international stamp catalogs such as Scott (under 'Indian Feudatory States'), Michel, and Stanley Gibbons. These catalogs provide detailed information on issues, varieties, and estimated values.
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