uncommon1900-1945

José Rizal Definitive Stamp (Japanese Occupation)

Name: José Rizal Definitive Stamp (Japanese Occupation)
Brand: Philippines
Availability: InStock

Philippines · 1942 · 5c

A green stamp featuring a left-facing portrait of Philippine national hero José Rizal, with 'PHILIPPINES' inscribed at the top and '5c' (5 centavos) at the bottom.

Issued during the Japanese Occupation of the Philippines (1942-1945) by the Philippine Executive Commission, these stamps were used for postal services under the wartime administration.

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national-hero portrait occupation war-history definitive

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.