Issued in 1924 under the French Mandate in Syria, this stamp features the red typographed portrait of Louis Pasteur, designed by Georges Henri Prudhomme. Overprinted with “Syrie” and the bilingual denomination “1, P. 50” in both French and Arabic, it reflects the administrative and linguistic duality of the region during the mandate era. The original French 30c stamp has been revalued for local use, symbolizing the adaptation of French colonial resources to Syrian infrastructure. Measuring 20 x 24 mm, it has perforation 14 x 13½ and shows a clean cancellation mark along with a well-preserved reverse without hinge remnants. This issue stands as a refined example of how colonial philately merged European scientific iconography with Middle Eastern governance. Estimate "$30 – 50".
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