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Manchukuo State Crest Orchid
uncommon1900-1945

Manchukuo State Crest Orchid

Manchukuo · 1935 · 5 FEN

A definitive stamp from Manchukuo depicting the national crest, which incorporates an orchid, with the value '5 FEN' at the bottom.

Issued by the Japanese puppet state of Manchukuo, established in Manchuria in 1932, this stamp reflects its attempt to establish national symbols and postal independence during its brief existence.

Printing Method

Typography

Catalog Numbers

michelWz 2

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.