Central African Republic – Scott # C159
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1974 Central African Empire 500F airmail stamp (Scott #C159) commemorating the Universal Postal Union centenary. Deep carmine and gold design, MNH.
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Central African Empire – Scott #C159 (1974 UPU Centenary, Airmail, MNH)
This 500-franc airmail issue from the Central African Empire commemorates the 100th Anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU), founded in 1874. The stamp features a bold symbolic design showing a celestial messenger encircling the globe, representing the unity of world postal communication.
Issued in 1974 during Emperor Jean-Bédel Bokassa’s reign, the design is printed in deep carmine and gold, with the ribbon inscription “1874 Centenaire – 1974 Anniversaire UPU.” This later issue, similar to Scott #C125, differs slightly in paper, shade, and print characteristics — reflecting the variations common in Format International’s production for the Central African Empire.
Denomination: 500F
Issue Year: 1974
Condition: Mint Never Hinged (MNH)
Type: Airmail
Theme: Universal Postal Union, Communication, Postal History, International Cooperation
Country: Central African Empire (Empire Centrafricain)
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