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uncommon1945-1980
Republic of China Surcharged Unit Stamp (5 Yuan)
Republic of China · 1948 · 5 Yuan
A dark blue stamp featuring a portrait of Dr. Sun Yat-sen, surcharged in red with '國幣 伍圓' (National Currency Five Yuan) at the top and bottom.
Issued during the hyperinflation period in China following World War II and the Chinese Civil War, this stamp reflects the rapidly depreciating currency of the Republic of China government.
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Catalog Numbers
scott934
michel904
Image: 中华邮政、中国人民邮政 · License: Public domain
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