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1c Small Dragon
rarepre-1900

1c Small Dragon

China · 1885 · 1c

1 candarin Small Dragon stamp, the second issue of Chinese postage stamps.

The Small Dragon series replaced the Large Dragons and featured a more refined dragon design on a smooth, cleaner paper.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

scott10

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2,100
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1,260
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$700
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$350
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$140

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.