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1908 Chinese Imperial Post Dragon 7 cents
uncommon1900-1945

1908 Chinese Imperial Post Dragon 7 cents

China · 1908 · 7 cents

The stamp features a stylized imperial dragon, facing left, with the denomination '7 CENTS' below and 'IMPERIAL CHINESE POST' in English and Chinese characters above.

Issued by the Chinese Imperial Post, this stamp belongs to the Dragon series, which was a significant issue during the final years of the Qing Dynasty, reflecting the imperial symbolism of the dragon.

Printing Method

Engraved

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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.