Kishangarh Stamps
Kishangarh was a princely state located in the Rajputana region of modern-day Rajasthan, India, within the broader context of British 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
- 1899–1945
- Region
- Asia, South Asia
- Currency
- INR
- Languages
- Hindi, Urdu
- Issuer type
- Historical postal administration
- Part of
- British India
About Kishangarh stamps
These issues typically featured local rulers' names or insignia, often printed in Hindi (Devanagari script) or Urdu. The state's postal autonomy ceased following India's independence in 1947, leading to the absorption of its postal services into the unified Indian postal administration.
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.
- KISHANGARH
How to identify Kishangarh stamps
- Look for 'KISHANGARH' overprints, often in Devanagari (Hindi) or Urdu script, on British Indian stamps.
- Examine the base stamp for British Indian designs (e.g., portraits of Queen Victoria, King Edward VII, King George V).
- Check for handstamped surcharges or specific local designs unique to Kishangarh.
Popular series
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First Provisional Issues
1899-1904
Early issues featuring handstamped surcharges on British Indian stamps, often with local script.
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King Edward VII Issues
1904-1911
Stamps featuring the portrait of King Edward VII, overprinted with 'KISHANGARH' in local script.
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King George V Issues
1911-1936
Stamps featuring the portrait of King George V, overprinted with 'KISHANGARH' in local script.
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
- $200–$2,000+
Values vary significantly based on condition, specific issue, and overprint varieties. Early provisional issues and errors can be quite valuable. Used stamps are often less valuable than unused, but genuine postal history items can command a premium.
Catalogs. Kishangarh 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 Kishangarh stamps
Kishangarh stamps are provisional postal issues from the former princely state of Kishangarh, located in Rajputana (modern-day Rajasthan, India). These stamps were primarily surcharged or overprinted British Indian stamps, used for local postal services before the state's postal system was integrated into British India's.
Yes, some Kishangarh stamps can be quite valuable, especially early provisional issues, rare overprint varieties, or stamps in pristine condition. Common issues might range from $5 to $50, while rare examples can fetch hundreds or even thousands of dollars. Their value depends heavily on rarity, condition, and philatelic demand.
To identify Kishangarh stamps, look for the 'KISHANGARH' overprint, typically in Hindi (Devanagari script) or Urdu, on stamps that are clearly British Indian in origin. Pay attention to the specific ruler's portrait on the base stamp (e.g., Queen Victoria, King Edward VII, 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.
Kishangarh stamps are listed in major philatelic catalogs such as Scott, Michel, and Stanley Gibbons. These catalogs provide detailed information on issue dates, varieties, and estimated values for collectors.
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