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Cape Triangular
The first postage stamp of South Africa, issued in 1853
The "Cape Triangular" is a unique triangular stamp issued in 1853 by the Cape of Good Hope, now part of South Africa. It was the first triangular stamp in the world, designed to save paper by fitting more stamps on a single sheet. This innovative design made it easy to spot among other stamps.
- South Africa Exclusive
- First Release 29 January 2026
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Postage_stamps_and_postal_history_of_the_Cape_of_Good_Hope
How to obtain?
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