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uncommon1900-1945
Stamps of the Japanese Occupation of the Philippines
Philippines · 1942 ·
These stamps were issued by the Philippine Executive Commission during the Japanese occupation of the Philippines. They typically feature a portrait, often of a national hero like Jose Rizal, with 'PHILIPPINES' and 'POSTAGE' inscriptions.
Issued under the Japanese puppet government during World War II, these stamps represent a complex period of Philippine history under foreign occupation from 1942 to 1944.
Printing Method
Engraved
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$25Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$18Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$12Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$6Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$3Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.



