Icaria Stamps
Icaria, an island in the Aegean Sea, is geographically part of the Greek archipelago in Southern Europe. Its postal history is intrinsically linked to the broader narrative of modern Greece, though it experienced a brief period of independent administration before unification.
- Issued stamps
- 1912–1913
- Region
- Europe, Southern Europe
- Currency
- GRD
- Languages
- Greek
- Issuer type
- Historical postal administration
- Part of
- Greece
About Icaria stamps
Stamps issued during its autonomous phase often featured Greek language alongside local administrative markings, reflecting its unique political transition in the early 20th century. The island's philatelic record documents its integration into the Hellenic Post system following its definitive union with Greece.
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.
- ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΗ ΔΙΟΙΚΗΣΙΣ ΙΚΑΡΙΑΣ
- ΠΡΟΣΩΡΙΝΗ ΚΥΒΕΡΝΗΣΙΣ ΙΚΑΡΙΑΣ
How to identify Icaria stamps
- Look for the inscription 'ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΗ ΔΙΟΙΚΗΣΙΣ ΙΚΑΡΙΑΣ' (Hellenic Administration of Icaria) or 'ΠΡΟΣΩΡΙΝΗ ΚΥΒΕΡΝΗΣΙΣ ΙΚΑΡΙΑΣ' (Provisional Government of Icaria).
- Many stamps are overprinted on existing Greek stamps, so identifying the base stamp is crucial.
- Pay attention to the specific type of overprint and its color, as variations exist.
Popular series
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Provisional Government Issues
1912-1913
Stamps issued by the Provisional Government of Icaria, often overprinted on Greek stamps or featuring local designs.
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Overprints on Greek Stamps
1912
Greek stamps overprinted with 'ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΗ ΔΙΟΙΚΗΣΙΣ ΙΚΑΡΙΑΣ' (Hellenic Administration of Icaria) or similar inscriptions.
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 Icaria stamps varies significantly based on condition, specific issue, and the presence of overprints. Early provisional issues and rare varieties can fetch high prices, especially if well-centered and with clear cancellations.
Catalogs. Icaria 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 Icaria stamps
Icaria stamps are postage stamps issued by the Provisional Government of Icaria during its brief period of autonomy from 1912 to 1913, before its union with Greece. These stamps reflect the island's unique political transition.
Yes, some Icaria stamps can be quite valuable, particularly rare provisional issues, specific overprint varieties, and stamps in excellent condition. Common issues may be more affordable, but collectors highly seek out scarcer examples, with prices ranging from €5 to over €1,000 for rare items.
To identify Icaria stamps, look for inscriptions in Greek such as 'ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΗ ΔΙΟΙΚΗΣΙΣ ΙΚΑΡΙΑΣ' or 'ΠΡΟΣΩΡΙΝΗ ΚΥΒΕΡΝΗΣΙΣ ΙΚΑΡΙΑΣ'. Many are overprints on Greek stamps. A photo in the Stamp Identifier app gives a first identification; check the catalog number in a specialised catalog before relying on it.
Icaria stamps are listed in major philatelic catalogs, including Scott (under Greece or as a separate entity), Michel, and Stanley Gibbons. These catalogs provide detailed information on issues, varieties, and estimated values.
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