Tete Stamps
Tete is a landlocked province located in the western region of Mozambique, Southern Africa. Its postal history is intrinsically linked to the Portuguese colonial administration until the country gained independence in 1975, after which stamps reflected the newly established Mozambican state.
- Issued stamps
- 1913–1914
- Region
- Africa, Southern Africa
- Currency
- PTE
- Languages
- Portuguese
- Issuer type
- Colonial postal administration
- Part of
- Portugal
About Tete stamps
Consequently, Portuguese is the official language prominently featured on its postal issues, although Tete's specific administrative status within Mozambique has seen shifts in postal authority over time.
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.
- TETE
How to identify Tete stamps
- Look for 'TETE' overprint, usually in black, on stamps originally issued for Mozambique Company or Portuguese Africa.
- Verify the base stamp design, often featuring King Manuel II or Vasco da Gama.
- Pay attention to the specific font and placement of the 'TETE' overprint, as varieties exist.
Popular series
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Vasco da Gama Issue
1913
Overprinted stamps of Mozambique Company featuring Vasco da Gama, commemorating the 4th centenary of his discovery of the sea route to India.
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King Manuel II Issue
1913
Stamps of Mozambique Company overprinted with 'TETE' and new values, depicting King Manuel II of Portugal.
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
- €1–€10
- Scarce stamps
- €50–€500+
Values vary significantly based on condition, specific overprint, and rarity of the base stamp. Early issues with specific overprint varieties can be quite valuable.
Catalogs. Tete 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 Tete stamps
Tete stamps are postal issues used in the Portuguese colonial district of Tete, located in present-day Mozambique, during a brief period from 1913 to 1914. These were typically stamps of the Mozambique Company or Portuguese Africa overprinted with 'TETE' and new denominations.
Some Tete stamps can be quite valuable, especially rare overprint varieties, errors, or stamps in pristine condition. Common issues might range from €1 to €10, while rare examples can fetch €50 to over €500. Their value is highly dependent on rarity, condition, and specific overprint details.
To identify Tete stamps, look for the distinct 'TETE' overprint on stamps that often depict Portuguese monarchs or historical figures like Vasco da Gama. The overprint will usually be in black. A photo in the Stamp Identifier app gives a first identification; check the catalog number in a specialised catalog before relying on it.
Tete stamps are listed in major international stamp catalogs such as Scott (under Mozambique Company or Portuguese Africa with Tete overprints), Michel, and Stanley Gibbons. These catalogs provide detailed listings, historical context, and estimated values for various issues.
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