India Hyderabad  postage stamps year 1871 – 1920 used lot

India Hyderabad  postage stamps year 1871 – 1920 used lot ���� Hyderabad (India) postage stamps — 1871–1920 overview �� Historical background Hyderabad State was the largest princely state in India, ruled by the Nizam. It was one of the few states to run its own postal system and print its own stamps. Stamp issues began around 1869, continuing until 1949. �� Key stamp periods (1871–1920) �� Early classic issues (1870–1875) Among the earliest Indian princely state stamps Known as “Skeleton issues” (very simple design) Features: Arabic-style calligraphy Denominations like ½ anna, 1 anna, 2 annas 1871 issue: Introduction of clearer design Value shown in four languages: English, Urdu, Telugu, Marathi �� These are the earliest collectible Hyderabad stamps �� “Post Stamp” issues (1880–1900) New standardized design replacing early crude types Inscription: “POST STAMP” Central design with value in multiple languages Printed locally in Hyderabad �� Many reprints and color varieties exist → important for collectors �� Nizam seal issues (c. 1900–1914) Introduction of Seal of the Nizam (state emblem) More refined and consistent appearance Inscription changes: “POSTAGE” appears on some issues �� These are the most recognizable Hyderabad stamps �� “Post & Receipt” issues (1915–1916) New inscription: “POST & RECEIPT” Indicates dual use: Postal Fiscal/revenue purposes �� Official / overprinted stamps (1873–1920) Many stamps overprinted for official government use Overprints continued for decades Numerous types, spacing varieties, and errors