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Year of the Rat, Lunar New Year
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Year of the Rat, Lunar New Year

Hong Kong · 2020 · $2.20

This stamp celebrates the Year of the Rat, the first animal in the Chinese zodiac cycle. The design features a stylized, colorful rat, symbolizing wit, alertness, and vitality. It is part of Hong Kong's annual Lunar New Year series, which is highly popular among collectors.

Issued in 2020, this stamp marks the beginning of a new 12-year zodiac cycle, a significant cultural event in Hong Kong and other regions celebrating the Lunar New Year.

Printing Method

Offset

Catalog Numbers

sg2283
scott1994
michel2221

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$3
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$2
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$1
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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