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Cape of Good Hope Triangular 1d (1853)
Charles Bell (designer)
Uncommon
Date
1853
Object Type
Triangular adhesive postage stamp, 1 penny
Medium / Material
Intaglio on paper
Production Place
London (printed); Cape Town (issued)
Dimensions
H 26 × W 26 mm
Condition
Fine used
The Cape Triangular — the first stamp issued in Africa and the first triangular stamp ever produced. Designed to help illiterate postal workers distinguish international from domestic mail.
Materials & Techniques
Blued paper, deep brick-red ink
Location
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