Maxicard King Farouk I (Egypt)

 

YT: 227

Stamp: Egypt – Definitive series “King Farouk in Oval”, 5 milliemes, carmine‑red, depicting King Farouk as issued in this series (Issue: February 1946)

Postmark: Alexandria – Circular date stamp with Arabic inscriptions – 02.04.1963

Postcard: Monochrome photographic portrait of King Farouk in full ceremonial attire, wearing an elaborate uniform adorned with decorations, medals, aiguillettes, and a ceremonial sword, composed in a formal studio style typical of official state portraiture. (edition unknown)

Concordance:

Thematic: The stamp portrays King Farouk in the official “King Farouk in Oval” series, while the postcard presents a formal portrait of King Farouk regalia, matching the iconography and symbolism associated with Egyptian monarchy of the period.

Geographic: Both elements originate from Egypt, and the Alexandria postmark reinforces geographic authenticity by linking the item to a major Egyptian city with historical postal significance.

Temporal: Although the postmark (02.04.1963) is later than the 1946 issue date, it remains fully acceptable within a post‑issue concordance framework, maintaining valid chronological coherence for a maximum card of the period.

Pectoral of the Udjat Eye, found in Tutankhamun’s tomb - TUT ANKH AMEN'S (1937)

 

Stamp: Egypt – Commemorative issue “XV Concilium Ophthalmological” 5 milliemes, brown (Issue: 08.12.1937)
Postmark: Cairo – First Day Cancellation with congress inscription – 08.12.37
Postcard: Monochrome illustration of Tutankhamun’s treasures, featuring the pectoral of the Udjat Eye with detailed depiction of the necklace and symbolic motifs, rendered in an artistic archaeological style. (edition unknown)

Concordance:

- Thematic: The stamp commemorates the International Ophthalmological Congress, while the postcard illustrates the Udjat Eye from Tutankhamun’s treasure—a strong thematic link through the eye symbol and Egyptian heritage.

- Geographic: Both elements are tied to Egypt, with the cancellation from Cairo reinforcing the cultural and geographic authenticity.

- Temporal: The postmark date (08.12.1937) matches the official issue date of the stamp, ensuring perfect temporal concordance.