Foochow 1895 First Issue 15¢

China · 1895 · 15¢

The stamp features Chinese characters, likely indicating 'Foochow' and the denomination, within a simple rectangular frame.

This stamp was issued by the Foochow Local Post, one of several local posts established in Chinese treaty ports during the late 19th century due to the lack of a reliable national postal service. These local issues are significant for illustrating the unique postal history of these semi-autonomous regions.