Rare 1800's Cape of Good Hope Hope Seated ½d Black Classic Colonial Stamp in Excellent Condition

Own a true piece of Southern African philatelic history with this rare and highly collectible "Hope Seated" half penny stamp, issued during the colonial era of the Cape of Good Hope.

This issue is one of the final rectangular types released before the introduction of Union-era stamps, featuring the allegorical figure of Hope seated beside a ram, surrounded by vines a powerful symbol of peace and prosperity in early South Africa.

🔍 Stamp Details:

• Country: Cape of Good Hope (C.G.H.)

• Denomination: Half Penny (½d)

• Color: Black/Grey

• Design: "Hope Seated"

• Issue Period: Circa 18841900s

• Perforation: Clean and intact all round

• Postmark: Light cancellation, no heavy defacement

• Condition: Excellent used condition crisp detail, minimal wear, ideal for display or grading

Scarce in this condition
Highly sought after by collectors of colonial Africa, British Empire, and pre-Union South Africa

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