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Malaya Japanese Occupation 3c Stamp
uncommon1900-1945

Malaya Japanese Occupation 3c Stamp

Malaya (Japanese Occupation) · 1943 · 3c

The stamp features a left-facing portrait of a man, likely Emperor Hirohito, with 'MALAYA' and '3c' denomination, along with Japanese characters.

Issued during the Japanese occupation of Malaya in 1943, this stamp reflects the administrative control exerted by Japan during World War II, replacing British colonial issues.

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Image: scanned by <a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Stan_Shebs" title="User:Stan Shebs">User:Stan Shebs</a> · 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.