Vatican Papal State year 1852/1868 stamps lot MH/ Used

Vatican Papal State year 1852/1868 stamps lot MH/ Used

The Papal States existed from the 8th century until 1870, when they were annexed by the Kingdom of Italy. In 1852-1868, the Papal States issued postage stamps.Some key events related to the Papal States during this period:

• In 1852-1859, the Papal States issued their first postage stamps, which featured the coat of arms of Pope Pius IX.
• In 1860-1868, the Papal States continued issuing stamps, with designs including the coat of arms, portraits of Pope Pius IX, and allegorical figures.
• In 1870, the Papal States were annexed by the Kingdom of Italy, ending their existence as a temporal power. The Vatican City was later established in 1929 as the territory of the Holy See.
• Domenico Cardinal Tardini served as Vatican Secretary of State from 1952-1961.

Papal States issued stamps from 1852-1868, but ceased to exist as a political entity in 1870 when they were absorbed into the Kingdom of Italy. The Vatican City was later established in 1929 as the territory of the Holy See.

The value of these stamps depends on various factors such as condition (mint or used), rarity, and historical significance. Collections and single stamps from these issues can be found through various philatelic dealers and auction sites.

• Smits Philately: Offers collections of Papal States stamps from this period with prices around €650 for some collections​ (Smits Philately)​​ (Smits Philately)​.
• eBay: Lists several lots of these stamps with varying conditions and prices, such as a lot valued at around $235 (EUR 210)​ (eBay)​.

For collectors interested in the Vatican Papal State stamps from 1852 to 1868, these resources provide a good starting point for acquiring and learning more about these historical stamps.