United States 4c Republic of China Sun Yat-sen Anniversary

Name: United States 4c Republic of China Sun Yat-sen Anniversary
Brand: United States

United States · 1961 · 4¢

This blue 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 symbolized U.S. support for the Republic of China (Taiwan) and its founding principles, honoring the 1911 revolution that overthrew the Qing dynasty.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

politics anniversaries flags maps people

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

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.2

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