uncommon1900-1945

Japanese Occupation of the Philippines, Overprint on Commonwealth Stamp

Name: Japanese Occupation of the Philippines, Overprint on Commonwealth Stamp
Brand: Philippines
Availability: InStock

Philippines · 1942 · 20 CENTAVOS

The stamp features a portrait, likely Manuel L. Quezon, with 'PHILIPPINES' and 'COMMONWEALTH' text. It is overprinted horizontally with 'JAPANESE OCCUPATION' in two lines, with '20 CENTAVOS' at the bottom.

This stamp signifies the Japanese occupation of the Philippines during World War II, where existing Philippine Commonwealth stamps were overprinted to reflect the new administration. It represents a period of significant political and military upheaval in the region.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

occupation overprint definitive heads-of-state

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.