Quelimane Stamps
Quelimane, a historical port city located in the Zambezia Province of Mozambique in Southeast Africa, was a significant center of Portuguese colonial administration. Its postal history is intrinsically linked to the Portuguese postal system, initially operating under the general administration of Portuguese East Africa.
- Issued stamps
- 1914–1914
- Region
- Africa, Southern Africa
- Currency
- PTE
- Languages
- Portuguese
- Issuer type
- Colonial postal administration
- Part of
- Portuguese East Africa
About Quelimane stamps
Stamps issued for Quelimane primarily feature Portuguese inscriptions, reflecting the official language of the colonial power. The area's postal identity transitioned significantly following the independence of Mozambique in 1975, after which national issues superseded the colonial-era stamps.
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.
- QUELIMANE
How to identify Quelimane stamps
- Look for the overprint 'QUELIMANE' on stamps originally issued for Portuguese East Africa.
- The stamps are typically in Portuguese currency (Reis or Centavos/Escudos) and feature Portuguese colonial designs.
Popular series
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Vasco da Gama Issue
1914
Overprinted stamps of Portuguese East Africa featuring Vasco da Gama, commemorating the explorer.
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King Carlos I Issue (Overprinted)
1914
Stamps of Portuguese East Africa depicting King Carlos I, overprinted 'QUELIMANE'.
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+
Stamps of Quelimane, issued for a very brief period, are generally more valuable than common issues from larger colonial entities. The overprints are key to identification and value. High-denomination stamps or those with specific overprint varieties can command higher prices.
Catalogs. Quelimane 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 Quelimane stamps
Quelimane stamps are philatelic issues from the Portuguese colonial administration in Quelimane, a port city in present-day Mozambique. They were issued for a very short period in 1914 and consist of stamps of Portuguese East Africa overprinted with 'QUELIMANE'.
Quelimane stamps can be quite valuable, especially considering their limited period of issue. Common examples might range from $5 to $50, while rarer varieties, high denominations, or specific overprint errors can fetch hundreds of dollars or more. Their value is largely dependent on condition, rarity, and specific overprint details.
To identify Quelimane stamps, look for the distinct 'QUELIMANE' overprint on stamps that typically depict Portuguese monarchs or colonial themes. The original stamps would be from Portuguese East Africa. The Stamp Identifier app can suggest the issue from a photo; confirm the catalog number, and ask an expert about anything valuable.
Quelimane stamps are listed in major international stamp catalogs, including Scott, Michel, and Stanley Gibbons. These catalogs provide detailed information on the various issues, their designs, overprints, and estimated market values.
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