uncommon1945-1980

Sun Yat-sen Portrait Surcharged Stamp for Taiwan

Name: Sun Yat-sen Portrait Surcharged Stamp for Taiwan
Brand: Republic of China (Taiwan)
Availability: InStock

Republic of China (Taiwan) · 1949 · 800 Yuan

The stamp features a portrait of Sun Yat-sen, the 'Father of the Nation' of the Republic of China. It bears an overprint '限臺灣貼用' (Limited to Taiwan Use) and a new denomination of '捌佰圓' (800 Yuan).

This surcharged stamp was issued by the Republic of China government after its retreat to Taiwan, reflecting the currency changes and the specific administrative needs for postal services on the island during a period of significant political transition.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

heads-of-state portrait surcharge definitive historical-figure

Image: <a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Honmingjun" title="User:Honmingjun">Honmingjun</a> · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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