Charles de Gaulle: 30-Franc Postage Stamp with 20-Franc Surcharge

A black, blue and red commemorative semi-postal stamp depicting Charles de Gaulle in front of the Rovan'i Manjakamiadana (queen's palace) in Antananarivo, marking his recent death. It was issued on 26 June 1971 and has a face value of 30 francs cancelled with a surcharge of 20 francs. The stamp is cancelled with a postmark that is from Tananarive (Antananarivo).

• Michel catalogue code: MG 635
• Yvert et Tellier catalogue code: MG 489

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