{"product_id":"lot-timbres-rsa-afrique-du-sud-thematiques-obliteres-animaux-fleurs","title":"Lot of South Africa RSA thematic stamps cancelled animals flowers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lot consists of several stamps from the Republic of South Africa (RSA), carefully arranged on a specialized album page. The stamps are all postmarked, with visible cancellations, and illustrate a wide variety of themes, mainly portraits, animals, birds, floral motifs, as well as buildings and historical symbols. Notably, there are stamps with multiple face values (4c, 5c, 10c, 15c, 20c, 21c, 30c, 50c, R2, 3c, 1c), which testifies to the diversity of South African postal issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSome stamps feature detailed illustrations of emblematic Southern African floral species, such as proteas, as well as specific birds (visible on several examples in the central row). Other stamps highlight personalities, architectural motifs, or historical events (e.g., World Diamond Congress, UPU 1874-1974). The colors vary between vibrant tones (red, orange, blue, green) and more subdued shades (brown, grey, purple), with clear printing and well-preserved graphic details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe page also includes thematic examples on postal history, local fauna (birds, mammals), and several floral subject stamps, some of which are illustrated in a naturalistic manner. The inscriptions \"RSA\" are clearly visible on each stamp, as well as the face values and, for some, mentions of dates or events. The cancellations are varied, some dated and clearly legible (e.g., 1977, 1976), adding additional authenticity to this lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe collective presentation highlights the iconographic diversity and visual interest of these South African stamps. The designs are fine, with some stamps showing illustrators' signatures, others modern graphic or commemorative compositions. The whole is protected by a transparent plastic sleeve, visible in the photo, which preserves the overall condition of the stamps on their front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis lot will suit those looking for postmarked South African stamps with varied subjects, particularly animals, flowers and history, and who appreciate the graphic diversity of RSA postal issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed items, sold as is. The stamps are postmarked, with traces of handling or wear related to their postal use and album storage. The visible side shows no apparent tears or major defects, but slight marks or folds are possible on some examples. The colors remain generally vibrant and the illustrations clearly visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Republic of South Africa (RSA) issued its first stamps under this designation from 1961, after the establishment of the republic. Floral motifs, particularly proteas, are emblematic of South African flora and regularly feature on the country's stamps, illustrating the local botanical richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping assured by a professional seller specializing in philatelic items. Each lot is treated with care to ensure secure delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: South Africa stamps, RSA stamps, postmarked stamps, Southern Africa philately, animal stamps\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54314289561927,"sku":"51105-93621cdc-47ac-47b1-87e4-73b7ce9f132c-PA0.38","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_c0a20a58-357e-46c8-928c-a9815db36caf.jpg?v=1783571077","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/lot-timbres-rsa-afrique-du-sud-thematiques-obliteres-animaux-fleurs","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}