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uncommon1900-1945
China 1941 $1000.00 Overprint on Sun Yat-sen Stamp
China · 1941 · 1000 Dollars
A Chinese stamp featuring a portrait of Sun Yat-sen, originally denominated 60 cents, overprinted with '1000 DOLLARS' in black due to inflation.
Issued during World War II, this overprint reflects the severe inflation in China, where postal rates rapidly increased, necessitating the revaluation of existing stamp stock.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: Government of China · License: Public domain
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