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Changbai Mountains
uncommon1900-1945

Changbai Mountains

Manchukuo · 1937 · 5 fen

The stamp depicts a scenic view of the Changbai Mountains, also known as Tschan Sai Pan Mountains, featuring a lake in the foreground. The denomination '5 FEN' is prominently displayed at the bottom.

Manchukuo was a Japanese puppet state established in Manchuria in 1932, existing until 1945. Its stamps reflect its brief and controversial existence during a period of significant geopolitical tension in East Asia.

Printing Method

Engraved

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.