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Canada 2c Carmine Admiral War Tax Stamp
Canada · 1916 · 2 cents
This Canadian 2-cent carmine stamp from the King George V Admiral issue features the monarch's profile and is overprinted with 'WAR TAX'. It was issued during World War I to generate revenue for the war effort.
These 'War Tax' overprinted stamps were a direct response to the financial demands of World War I, symbolizing Canada's contribution to the Allied cause and the public's role in funding the conflict.
Printing Method
Engraved
Catalog Numbers
sg210-211
scott110-111
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$750Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$550Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$400Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$250Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$150Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
