French Colonial Stamps for Pak-Hoi (China)

French Colonies - China · 1903 · 50c, 1F

Two French colonial stamps, featuring the 'Commerce and Navigation' allegorical design, overprinted 'CHINE' for use in Pak-Hoi (Beihai). The stamps show denominations of 50 centimes and 1 franc.

These stamps were issued by France for use in its post offices in China, specifically in Pak-Hoi (Beihai), reflecting the colonial presence and postal administration of European powers in China during the early 20th century.