Italian Occupation of Corfu (1941) Stamps
Italian Occupation of Corfu in 1941 refers to a brief period when the Greek island of Corfu, geographically part of the Ionian Islands in Southern Europe, was administered by Italy during World War II. These provisional issues were released following the Axis conquest of Greece, marking a significant interruption in the standard Hellenic postal system.
- Issued stamps
- 1941–1941
- Region
- Europe, Southern Europe
- Currency
- GRD
- Languages
- Italian, Greek
- Issuer type
- Occupation postal administration
- Part of
- Italy
History and background
Stamps from this era typically feature Italian or bilingual inscriptions, reflecting the temporary military administration imposed by the Kingdom of Italy. This occupation ended with the Italian armistice in 1943, leading to subsequent German control and eventual restoration of Greek sovereignty.
Further reading: Wikipedia
How to identify them
- Look for Greek stamps (often definitive issues of King George II) bearing overprints in Italian, such as 'Corfù' or 'Occupazione Italiana'.
- Examine the overprint for specific dates or military administration markings.
- Check for Italian stamps that might have been overprinted for use in the Ionian Islands, though these are less specific to Corfu alone.
Popular series
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Provisional Issues
1941
Overprinted Greek stamps with Italian occupation inscriptions, often featuring 'Corfù' or 'Corfu'.
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Italian Stamps Overprinted
1941
Italian stamps overprinted for use in the occupied territory, though less common for Corfu specifically.
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+
Value depends heavily on the specific overprint, condition, and whether it's a complete set or individual stamp. Errors or scarce varieties can command higher prices.
Catalogs. Italian Occupation of Corfu (1941) 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 Italian Occupation of Corfu (1941) stamps
Italian Occupation of Corfu (1941) stamps are provisional postal issues released during the brief Italian military administration of the Greek island of Corfu in 1941, following the Axis invasion of Greece. These stamps typically consist of existing Greek or Italian stamps overprinted for use in the occupied territory.
The value of Italian Occupation of Corfu (1941) stamps varies. Common issues can range from €5 to €50, while rarer varieties, complete sets, or stamps with specific overprint errors can fetch €100 to over €500. Condition and philatelic demand play a significant role in their market value.
You can identify Italian Occupation of Corfu (1941) stamps by looking for Greek stamps overprinted with Italian text like 'Corfù' or 'Occupazione Italiana', or Italian stamps overprinted for use in the Ionian Islands. For a first lead, photograph the stamp in the Stamp Identifier app, then confirm the catalog number; valuable stamps deserve an expert opinion.
Italian Occupation of Corfu (1941) stamps are listed in major international stamp catalogs such as Scott, Michel, and Stanley Gibbons. These catalogs provide detailed information, including issue dates, varieties, and estimated values for collectors.
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