Leros Stamps
Leros is a Greek island located in the Aegean Sea, part of the Dodecanese island group in Southern Europe. Its postal history is intrinsically linked to Greece, though it experienced a period of Italian administration from 1912 until its incorporation into Greece following World War II.
- Issued stamps
- 1912–1932
- Region
- Europe, Southern Europe
- Currency
- ITL
- Languages
- Italian, Greek
- Issuer type
- Occupation postal administration
- Part of
- Italy
About Leros stamps
Stamps issued for Leros generally feature Greek language and use the Greek drachma or euro, reflecting its integration into the Hellenic postal system after the transition from Italian rule.
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.
- LEROS
- ISOLE ITALIANE DELL'EGEO
How to identify Leros stamps
- Look for 'LEROS' overprints on Italian stamps, or 'ISOLE ITALIANE DELL'EGEO' overprints.
- Later issues will bear inscriptions related to the Italian Aegean Islands, often with Italian text.
Popular series
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Italian Stamps Overprinted 'LEROS'
1912-1913
Italian stamps of the period overprinted 'LEROS' for use in the newly occupied island.
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Italian Stamps Overprinted 'ISOLE ITALIANE DELL'EGEO'
1912-1929
Italian stamps overprinted for general use in the Italian Aegean Islands, including Leros.
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Definitives of the Italian Aegean Islands
1929-1932
Stamps specifically designed and issued for the Italian Aegean Islands, featuring local motifs.
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+
Value varies significantly based on the specific overprint, condition, and whether it's an early occupation issue or a later definitive. Early overprints, especially on higher denominations, tend to be more valuable.
Catalogs. Leros 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 Leros stamps
Leros stamps refer to postal issues used on the Greek island of Leros during its period of Italian occupation, primarily from 1912 to 1932. These typically include Italian stamps overprinted with 'LEROS' or 'ISOLE ITALIANE DELL'EGEO', or definitive stamps issued specifically for the Italian Aegean Islands.
The value of Leros stamps can range from a few euros for common issues to several hundred or even over a thousand euros for rare varieties, particularly early overprints on high-denomination Italian stamps or stamps with significant errors. Condition plays a crucial role in determining value.
You can identify Leros stamps by looking for Italian stamps bearing the overprint 'LEROS' or 'ISOLE ITALIANE DELL'EGEO'. Later issues will have designs specific to the Italian Aegean Islands. The Stamp Identifier app can suggest the issue from a photo; confirm the catalog number, and ask an expert about anything valuable.
Leros stamps are listed in major international stamp catalogs such as Scott (under Italian Aegean Islands), Michel (under Italienische Ägäis-Inseln), and Stanley Gibbons (under Italian Aegean Islands). These catalogs provide detailed listings, descriptions, and estimated values.
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