uncommon1945-1980

People's Republic of China, Tiananmen Gate, 1st Issue

Name: People's Republic of China, Tiananmen Gate, 1st Issue
Brand: People's Republic of China

People's Republic of China · 1950 · 800 Yuan

This definitive stamp features an engraved depiction of the Tiananmen Gate, the 'Gate of Heavenly Peace', in Beijing. It was part of the first general issue of the newly established People's Republic of China, symbolizing the new government's authority and national identity.

Issued shortly after the founding of the People's Republic of China in October 1949, this stamp series replaced the various currencies and postal systems of the previous era, unifying the nation's postage under a single design.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

architecture landmarks gates

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.