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Manchukuo 1937 National Crest Orchid 5 Fen Stamp
common1900-1945

Manchukuo 1937 National Crest Orchid 5 Fen Stamp

Manchukuo · 1937 · 5 Fen

This stamp features the national crest of Manchukuo, an elegant orchid (Cymbidium goeringii), against a simple background. It is part of a definitive series issued in 1937.

Issued by the Japanese puppet state of Manchukuo, this stamp symbolizes its claimed sovereignty and features its national flower. It reflects the political landscape of Northeast Asia during the pre-World War II era.

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Catalog Numbers

sg40
scott40
michel40

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.75
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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