uncommon1900-1945

Chinese Imperial Post Coiling Dragon Stamp with Tibet Overprint

Name: Chinese Imperial Post Coiling Dragon Stamp with Tibet Overprint
Brand: China
Availability: InStock

China · 1911 · 1 Cent

A collection of Chinese Imperial Post Coiling Dragon stamps, featuring a dragon design and an overprint 'For Tibet' in Chinese, English, and Tibetan scripts. The collection displays various denominations from 1 Cent to 5 Dollars.

Issued by the Chinese Imperial Post in 1911, these stamps with the 'For Tibet' overprint were intended for use in Tibet, reflecting China's claim over the region during a period of political instability and the impending collapse of the Qing Dynasty.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

dragon imperial tibet overprint definitive

Image: Chinese Imperial Post · 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.