Sainte-Marie de Madagascar Stamps
Sainte-Marie de Madagascar, often referred to as Nosy Boraha, is an island located off the eastern coast of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean. Its postal history is intrinsically linked to that of Madagascar, initially falling under French colonial administration, which heavily influenced its postal practices and stamp issues.
- Issued stamps
- 1894–1894
- Region
- Africa, East Africa
- Currency
- FRF
- Languages
- French, Malagasy
- Issuer type
- Colonial postal administration
- Part of
- France
History and background
Stamps from this period typically featured French inscriptions alongside Malagasy or French denominations. The island's postal identity has evolved through various administrative changes reflecting Madagascar's path to independence and subsequent political eras.
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.
- STE. MARIE DE MADAGASCAR
How to identify them
- Look for the distinct 'STE. MARIE DE MADAGASCAR' overprint on French Colonial stamps.
- Verify the authenticity of the overprint, as fakes are known.
- Examine the underlying stamp for its original French Colonial design and denomination.
Popular series
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General Issues
1894
The sole issue for Sainte-Marie de Madagascar consisted of French Colonial stamps overprinted 'STE. MARIE DE MADAGASCAR' with a value in centimes or francs.
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 from Sainte-Marie de Madagascar are primarily valued based on their condition, the specific overprint variety, and the underlying French Colonial stamp. Mint condition and well-centered copies command higher prices. Forgeries of the overprint exist, impacting value.
Catalogs. Sainte-Marie de Madagascar 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 Sainte-Marie de Madagascar stamps
Sainte-Marie de Madagascar stamps are a specific issue from 1894, consisting of French Colonial stamps that were overprinted with 'STE. MARIE DE MADAGASCAR' for use on the island, also known as Nosy Boraha, off the eastern coast of Madagascar.
Yes, Sainte-Marie de Madagascar stamps can be valuable, especially in good condition or if they represent rare varieties of the overprint or underlying stamp. Common examples might range from €5-€50, while rarer specimens can fetch hundreds of euros. Value is highly dependent on condition, authenticity, and specific catalog listing.
You can identify Sainte-Marie de Madagascar stamps by looking for the unique 'STE. MARIE DE MADAGASCAR' overprint on standard French Colonial stamps. Pay close attention to the details of the overprint and the underlying stamp's design. The Stamp Identifier app can suggest the issue from a photo; confirm the catalog number, and ask an expert about anything valuable.
Sainte-Marie de Madagascar stamps are listed in major international stamp catalogs such as Scott, Michel, and Stanley Gibbons. These catalogs provide detailed information, including varieties, issue dates, and estimated values.
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