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Philatelic Week 1960, 'Beauty Looking Back'

Japan · 1960 · 10 JPY

This stamp commemorates Philatelic Week 1960. The design features a detail from the famous ukiyo-e woodblock print 'Mikaeri Bijin' (Beauty Looking Back) by the 17th-century artist Hishikawa Moronobu. The artwork depicts an elegant woman in a vibrant kimono, captured in a graceful, turning pose.

Issued during Japan's post-war economic boom, this stamp highlights the nation's rich artistic heritage and its growing participation in international cultural events like Philatelic Week.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg823
scott693
michel729

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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.