turkey stamp packet

Turkey - Stamp Packet

SKU: PAQ-TURK
1000 different stamps
USD $85.00
 Only 2 in Stock

1500 different stamps
USD $144.95
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2000 different stamps
USD $249.95
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Description

Turkey is a country located between the Mediterranean Sea and the Black Sea and bordering Syria, Iraq and Iran. Modern Turkey was established as an independent republic in 1959. It is a vibrant country with an ancient culture going back to the Ottoman Empire. Turkey is becoming a popular tourist destination and is known for the city of Istanbul, its cuisine, coffee and Grand Bazaar. The postal history of Turkey begins with the issuing of its first stamp in 1863. Turkey was also a founding member of the organization which would become known as the Universal Postal Union.