Senegal

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Senegal is one of those small countries on the west coast of Africa, a former French colony.


 * Prior to issuing its own stamps, French colonies general issues were used. Senegalese usages can be identified by CDSs or diamond-shaped killers/obliterators with SNG.
 * In 1887, French colonial type Alphée Dubois stamps were surcharged "5", "10" or "15" (centimes) in several different fonts/styles. They have been forged.
 * In 1892, type Alphée Dubois stamps were surcharged with a diagonal SENÉGAL and a new value placed reading up. Forgeries exist.
 * In 1892-1900, type Groupe stamps were issued, inscribed SENÉGAL /  ET  DEPENDANCES.
 * In 1903, "5" and "10" surcharges with a heavy bar below were released.





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