uncommon1900-1945

Palace in Hsinking

Name: Palace in Hsinking
Brand: Manchukuo
Availability: InStock

Manchukuo · 1934 · 1 Fen

The stamp features a detailed illustration of a grand palace or official building, likely the Imperial Palace in Hsinking, rendered in a traditional East Asian architectural style. The denomination '1 Fen' is printed in the lower left corner.

This stamp was issued by Manchukuo, a Japanese puppet state established in Northeast China during the 1930s. The depiction of the palace in Hsinking (present-day Changchun) highlights the capital city and the state's attempt to project an image of sovereignty and stability.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

architecture palace cityscape definitive

Image: Post of Manchukuo · 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.