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uncommon1900-1945
Japanese Occupation of Sumatra, Karabu Ravine 50 sen
Japanese Occupation of Sumatra · 1944 · 50 sen
The stamp features a scenic depiction of the Karabu Ravine (Harau Valley) in Sumatra, with 'SUMATRA' inscribed at the top and '50 SEN' at the bottom.
This stamp was issued during the Japanese occupation of Sumatra, part of the Dutch East Indies, during World War II, reflecting the administrative control of the Japanese military over the territory.
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Image: Japan Army · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$300Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$180Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$100Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$50Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$20Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
