Charkhari Stamps
Charkhi, a former princely state, was situated in the Bundelkhand region of Central India. 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
- 1894–1940
- Region
- Asia, South Asia
- Currency
- INR
- Languages
- Hindi, Urdu
- Issuer type
- Historical postal administration
- Part of
- British India
About Charkhari stamps
The stamps typically bore inscriptions in Hindi or Urdu, reflecting the local administrative languages of the region. Charkhi's distinct postal issues ceased following its accession to the Indian Union after 1947.
Further reading: Wikipedia
How to identify Charkhari stamps
- Look for inscriptions in Hindi or Urdu, often in a local script.
- Many issues are provisional, featuring handstamps or surcharges on existing stamps.
- Designs are often simple, sometimes featuring the state's name or ruler's effigy.
Popular series
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Provisional Issues
1894-1900s
Early provisional stamps, often handstamped or surcharged, reflecting local administrative needs.
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Official Stamps
Early 20th Century
Stamps issued for official use, typically bearing 'Service' overprints or distinct designs.
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+
The value of Charkhari stamps varies significantly based on condition, rarity of the specific issue (especially provisional overprints and errors), and whether they are unused or used on cover. Early issues and those with clear, distinct handstamps tend to be more valuable.
Catalogs. Charkhari 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 Charkhari stamps
Charkhari stamps are postal issues from the former princely state of Charkhari, located in the Bundelkhand region of Central India. These stamps were primarily provisional, issued between 1894 and 1940, before the state's postal system was integrated into British India.
The value of Charkhari stamps can range from a few dollars for common issues to hundreds or even thousands of dollars for rare provisional varieties, errors, or stamps on cover. Factors like condition, specific issue, and cancellation play a significant role in their philatelic worth.
Charkhari stamps can be identified by their inscriptions, typically in Hindi or Urdu, and their often provisional nature, including handstamps or surcharges. Many issues are distinct to the princely state. The Stamp Identifier app can suggest the issue from a photo; confirm the catalog number, and ask an expert about anything valuable.
Charkhari stamps are listed in major philatelic catalogs such as Scott, Michel, and Stanley Gibbons, usually found within sections dedicated to Indian Feudatory States or Native States of India.
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