uncommon1900-1945

French Legation in Peking 10 Centimes Sower

Name: French Legation in Peking 10 Centimes Sower
Brand: France (Offices in China)

France (Offices in China) · 1900 · 10 Centimes

A 10 Centimes red stamp featuring the allegorical 'Sower' design, overprinted in black with 'LEGATION DE FRANCE A PEKIN' at the top.

These stamps were issued by the French Post Office in Peking (Beijing) for use by the French Legation and its personnel in China, following the Boxer Rebellion and the establishment of foreign post offices in treaty ports.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

foreign-offices allegory definitive

Catalog Numbers

sg10

scott10

michel10

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$35

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$25

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$20

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$15

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.