Maturin Stamps
Identification, history, popular series & stamp values
About Maturin (Fantasy/Cinderella Issue) Stamps
Maturin is not recognized as a sovereign country or a historical stamp-issuing entity in standard philatelic catalogs. Therefore, it lacks a defined geographical region, colonial history, or distinct postal administration for which to provide a historical description. Without established postal issuance records, there is no linguistic environment or administrative transition to detail regarding its philatelic output.
Issuer Overview
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- Issuing period:
- 1903 – 1903
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Stamp Catalogs
Maturin (Fantasy/Cinderella Issue) stamps are listed in the following catalogs:
Popular Maturin (Fantasy/Cinderella Issue) Stamp Series
Maturin 1903 Issue (1903)
A single, speculative issue created in 1903, often considered a fantasy or cinderella stamp due to its lack of official postal status.
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Maturin (Fantasy/Cinderella Issue) Stamp Value Overview
Value Notes: Maturin stamps are considered cinderella issues, meaning they were not issued by a recognized postal authority for actual postage. Their value is primarily driven by collector interest in fantasy issues or specific thematic collections, rather than philatelic rarity or postal history. Values can fluctuate based on condition and market demand for such speculative items.
How to Identify Maturin (Fantasy/Cinderella Issue) Stamps
Key features to look for when identifying Maturin (Fantasy/Cinderella Issue) stamps:
- 1 Look for the inscription 'Maturin' on the stamp.
- 2 The 1903 issue typically features a stylized design, often with a portrait or symbolic imagery, characteristic of early 20th-century fantasy issues.
- 3 Absence from major philatelic catalogs (Scott, Michel, Stanley Gibbons) is a key indicator of its cinderella status.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Maturin stamps?
Maturin stamps are fantasy or cinderella issues, meaning they were not produced by a recognized postal administration for the purpose of conveying mail. They were created in 1903 and are collected for their novelty or as part of specialized thematic collections, rather than for their postal validity.
Are Maturin stamps valuable?
Maturin stamps generally hold modest value. As cinderella issues, their worth is not determined by postal usage or rarity in the traditional philatelic sense. Values typically range from a few dollars to tens of dollars, depending on condition and collector demand for fantasy stamps. They are not listed in major stamp catalogs like Scott or Michel.
How can I identify Maturin stamps?
Maturin stamps are identified by the prominent 'Maturin' inscription. They were issued in 1903 and often feature designs typical of that era's speculative issues. If you're unsure, a stamp identifier app can help you cross-reference the design, but remember that their absence from official catalogs is a strong indicator of their cinderella status.
Which catalogs list Maturin stamps?
Maturin stamps are not listed in major philatelic catalogs such as Scott, Michel, or Stanley Gibbons, as they are not recognized as official postal issues. Information about them can sometimes be found in specialized cinderella stamp catalogs or literature focusing on fantasy issues.
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