uncommon1900-1945

Taiwan Local Issue 5 sen with ROC overprint

Name: Taiwan Local Issue 5 sen with ROC overprint
Brand: Taiwan
Availability: InStock

Taiwan · 1945 · 5 sen

A Japanese 5 sen stamp featuring an unknown design, overprinted in black with Chinese characters reading 'Republic of China Taiwan' for temporary local use.

Issued in 1945, this stamp reflects the immediate post-World War II period when Taiwan was returned to the Republic of China after Japanese rule, necessitating temporary postal solutions.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

overprint local-issue temporary-issue postage political-transition

Image: scan by carpkazu · 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.