uncommon1900-1945

Japanese Occupation of Philippines 5c Jose Rizal Stamp

Name: Japanese Occupation of Philippines 5c Jose Rizal Stamp
Brand: Philippines (Japanese Occupation)
Availability: InStock

Philippines (Japanese Occupation) · 1943 · 5c

The stamp features a portrait of Jose Rizal, a Philippine national hero, facing left within an oval frame. It is inscribed 'PHILIPPINES POSTAGE' and '5c', along with Japanese characters.

Issued by the Philippine Executive Commission during the Japanese occupation of the Philippines (1942-1945) in World War II, these stamps replaced pre-war issues and reflect the wartime administration.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

occupation world-war-ii portrait national-hero definitive history

Image: Philippine Executive Commission · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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