Japanese Occupation of Sumatra, 5 Sen Menangkabau Hut
Japan · 1944 · 5 sen
This 5 sen stamp was issued by the Japanese occupation forces in Sumatra during World War II. It features a traditional Menangkabau hut, a distinctive architectural style of the region.
Issued during the Japanese occupation of the Dutch East Indies (present-day Indonesia) from 1942-1945, these stamps served to maintain postal services and symbolize Japanese control over the occupied territories.
Printing Method
Image: Japan Army · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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