Tiananmen, Gate of Heavenly Peace, First Peking Print

Name: Tiananmen, Gate of Heavenly Peace, First Peking Print
Brand: People's Republic of China

People's Republic of China · 1949 · $100

This stamp features a depiction of Tiananmen, the Gate of Heavenly Peace, located in Beijing. The design is rendered in red and shows the iconic gatehouse, a symbol of Chinese state power and a national landmark. It was part of the first definitive series issued by the newly established People's Republic of China.

Issued just months after the founding of the People's Republic of China on October 1, 1949, this stamp marks a pivotal moment in Chinese history, symbolizing the new government and its capital.

Printing Method

Lithography

Themes

architecture landmarks gates politics

Catalog Numbers

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$25

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$15

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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