P208-Tanzania 1981 1/- Electricity Plant Mttoni Zanzibar Used Independence 20 Ye

Here’s a clear identification and valuation of your stamp:

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📮 Tanzania Electricity Plant Stamp (1961–1981 Anniversary)

🔍 Identification

Country: Tanzania

Issue: 20 Years of Independence (1961–1981)

Inscription: “Miaka Ishirini ya Uhuru” (Swahili: 20 Years of Freedom)

Design: Electricity plant / power substation (Mttoni, Zanzibar)

Denomination: 1 Shilling (1/-)

Year of Issue: 1981

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📊 Condition (Your Stamp)

Used stamp (visible cancellation marks)

Back: Heavy hinge mark / paper residue

Overall: Average to below-average collector condition

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💰 Market Value (Approx.)

Catalogue value (ideal condition): £0.20 – £0.50

Your stamp (actual condition):

👉 £0.05 – £0.15

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🛒 eBay Listing Recommendation

Title:

Tanzania 1981 1/- Electricity Plant Mttoni Zanzibar Used Independence 20 Years Stamp

Category:

Stamps > Africa > Tanzania

Condition:

Used – hinge residue on reverse, visible postmark

Item Specifics:

Year: 1981

Currency: Shilling

Topic: Energy / Electricity / Industry

Type: Commemorative

Region: Zanzibar

Recommended Price:

Fixed price: £0.99 (with free shipping or combined shipping)

Auction option: Start at £0.01–£0.10

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📌 Notes

These stamps are very common and mainly sold in bulk lots.

Value increases only if:

Mint (no hinge marks)

Part of a complete set

In thematic collections (energy, infrastructure)