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The Good Harvest
uncommon1900-1945

The Good Harvest

Manchukuo · 1942 · 5 Fen

A 5 Fen stamp depicting a farmer holding a sickle in a rice field under a rising sun, symbolizing a bountiful harvest.

Issued by the Japanese puppet state of Manchukuo during World War II, this stamp likely promoted agricultural productivity and self-sufficiency amidst wartime conditions.

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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.