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China Hall of Classics Invert Error Stamp

Name: China Hall of Classics Invert Error Stamp
Brand: China

China · 1915 · 8 fen

This rare Chinese stamp from 1915 features an inverted central design depicting the Hall of Classics (Biyong) in Beijing, a significant architectural landmark. The error occurred during the first Peking printing of a series originally issued in 1913.

The Hall of Classics invert is one of China's most famous and valuable philatelic errors, with only about 30 examples known to exist. It is a key piece in understanding early Republican Chinese postal history and printing practices.

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architecture landmark error-stamp historical-building

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$500,000

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$350,000

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$200,000

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$100,000

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$50,000

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