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India 1960 National Shipping Board

India · 1960 · 15 nP

This stamp commemorates the first anniversary of the National Shipping Board of India. The design features a modern merchant ship, the S.S. JALAVISHVA, sailing on the ocean, symbolizing India's growing maritime capabilities and trade. The denomination of 15 naye paise is shown in the upper right corner.

Issued in 1960, this stamp reflects post-independence India's focus on developing its infrastructure and international trade, with the National Shipping Board playing a key role in policy-making for the maritime sector.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg439
scott332
michel326

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1
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.