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South Korea 5 Won Flower of Syhlet
common1945-1980

South Korea 5 Won Flower of Syhlet

South Korea · 1951 · 5 Won

This definitive stamp features the Rose of Sharon (Mugunghwa), the national flower of South Korea. The flower is centrally depicted in a circular frame, with the denomination '5' at the top and the country's name in Korean characters at the bottom.

Issued in 1951 during the Korean War, this stamp was part of a definitive series that symbolized national identity and resilience during a period of intense conflict.

Printing Method

Lithography

Catalog Numbers

sg161
scott139
michel139

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.