Italian Oltre Giuba year 1925 stamps Pacchi 10 / 50c MLH
Italian Oltre Giuba, also known as Italian Jubaland, was an Italian colony located in present-day Somalia. The colony existed from 1924 to 1926 and was situated in the southern part of Somalia, bordering British East Africa (now Kenya).
During this time, Italian Oltre Giuba issued stamps for postal use within the territory. These stamps were used primarily for parcels (pacchi) rather than regular mail. They would have been affixed to parcels to indicate payment for postage or other fees associated with parcel delivery.
The stamps issued for Italian Oltre Giuba in 1925 likely featured numerical denominations and possibly other design elements such as the colony’s coat of arms, symbols, or patterns.
Collectors interested in colonial philately or the postal history of Italian colonies may seek out these stamps for their historical significance and thematic interest. Stamps from Italian Oltre Giuba provide insights into Italy’s colonial ambitions in East Africa during the early 20th century and its postal administration in the region.
