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Japan 5 Sen Overprint for China
uncommon1900-1945

Japan 5 Sen Overprint for China

Japan · 1900 · 5 sen

A Japanese definitive stamp featuring a central imperial crest, with 'Great Japan Post' and '5 SEN' inscriptions, overprinted with Japanese characters for use in China.

This stamp represents Japan's postal operations within China during a period of significant foreign influence and extraterritoriality, highlighting the network of foreign post offices established in China.

Printing Method

Engraved

Image: 大日本帝国逓信省在中国郵便局 · License: Public domain

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