Japan 1 Sen Blue, Dragon Mon

Name: Japan 1 Sen Blue, Dragon Mon
Brand: Japan

Japan · 1871 · 1 Sen

This stamp is one of Japan's first issues, known as the Dragon series. The central design features a stylized dragon, a powerful symbol in Japanese mythology, surrounded by intricate patterns. The denomination is indicated by Japanese characters within the design.

Issued in 1871, this stamp represents a key moment in Japan's Meiji Restoration, a period of rapid modernization and the establishment of a national postal system based on Western models.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

dragons mythology classic-philately

Catalog Numbers

sg2

scott2

michel2

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$10,000

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$7,500

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$5,000

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$3,500

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1,500

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