Cilicia – Scott # 52

Description

Cilicia (Turkish Empire) #52 (1919) – Mosque at Adana, 2 Paras Brown
Issued under French occupation following World War I, this Cilicia overprint issue originates from the Ottoman Empire’s 1913–14 Mosques and Minarets series. The design depicts a mosque and minaret at Adana, framed by ornate Ottoman motifs and Arabic script, reflecting the intricate artistry of late imperial Turkish engravings.

This 2 paras brown stamp bears the inscription “Postes Ottomanes”, printed for use in Cilicia during the transitional postwar period. It stands as a fascinating artifact of both colonial administration and Ottoman philatelic heritage, prized for its delicate linework and historical significance.

Condition: Mint Never Hinged (MNH)
Issue Year: 1919 (Ottoman issue used in Cilicia)
Theme: Architecture, Mosques, Ottoman Empire, French Occupation Issues
Denomination: 2 Paras
Color: Brown
Scott #: 52