Tunisia – Scott # B124

Description

Tunisia Scott #B124 (1956) — “François de Tassis – Grand Master of the Posts” — Mint Never Hinged (MNH)

Issued in 1956 to commemorate Journée du Timbre (Stamp Day), this semi-postal stamp from the République Tunisienne honors François de Tassis (1450–1517), the legendary founder of the modern postal system and first Grand Master of the Imperial Posts.

The 12f + 3f design portrays a detailed engraved portrait of de Tassis, set against a pastoral background featuring early postal riders and a distant European landscape—symbolizing the birth of organized mail delivery.

Printed in rich blue-green tones, this issue beautifully bridges Tunisia’s early independence era with the broader European philatelic tradition. The surcharge benefited postal workers’ welfare and commemorative programs.

An excellent piece for collectors of postal history, semi-postals, and international philatelic anniversaries.

Condition: Mint, Never Hinged (MNH).
Scott Catalog Number: #B124.
Issued: 1956.
Theme: Postal History / François de Tassis / Stamp Day / Semi-Postal Issue.