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French 5c Postage Due Stamp
common1900-1945

French 5c Postage Due Stamp

France · 1904 · 5c

Rectangular stamp with 'TAXE' at the top, '5c' in the center, and 'A PERCEVOIR' at the bottom, all within an ornate frame.

This stamp was applied to a postcard that was underpaid, indicating the recipient had to pay the outstanding postage. It reflects international postal regulations of the early 20th century.

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Image: Scan by <a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Sebjarod" title="User:Sebjarod">Sebjarod</a>. · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1.04
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.75
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.21

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