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common1900-1945
China 1941 Sun Yat-sen Guangdong Overprint Large Characters
China · 1941 · 2 Cents on 20 Cents
A definitive stamp featuring a portrait of Dr. Sun Yat-sen, overprinted in large Chinese characters for use in Guangdong province. The original 20 Cents denomination was surcharged to 2 Cents.
Issued during the Sino-Japanese War, these regional overprints addressed local postal needs and currency fluctuations in areas under Chinese control, reflecting the fragmented administration of the time.
Printing Method
Typography
Catalog Numbers
scott469
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$1Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$0.5Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$0.25Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$0.1Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$0.05Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
