common1945-1980

Republic of China Anniversary

Name: Republic of China Anniversary
Brand: United States

United States · 1961 · 4¢

This stamp commemorates the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Republic of China. The design features a portrait of Dr. Sun Yat-sen, the first president, superimposed over a map of China, with the national emblem of the Republic of China at the top.

Issued during the Cold War, this stamp was a political statement by the United States, recognizing the government in Taiwan as the legitimate Republic of China and honoring its founding father.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

politics anniversary flags maps sun-yat-sen

Catalog Numbers

scott1188

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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