French India Sage Type, 1 centime on 15 centimes

Name: French India Sage Type, 1 centime on 15 centimes
Brand: French India

French India · 1892 · 1c on 15c

This stamp is a definitive issue from the French 'Sage' or 'Peace and Commerce' series, originally valued at 15 centimes, which has been surcharged with a new value of 1 centime for use in French India. The design features an allegory of Peace and Commerce clasping hands, symbolizing trade and harmony under French influence.

Issued for use in the French colonial territories in India, this surcharged stamp reflects the need to adapt existing French postage for local currency and postal rates during the late 19th century.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

allegory commerce peace surcharged classic-stamp

Catalog Numbers

sg18

scott16

michel16

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$25

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$15

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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