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King Sisavang Vong, Postage Due
uncommon1945-1980

King Sisavang Vong, Postage Due

Laos · 1952 · 10 K

This postage due stamp features a portrait of King Sisavang Vong, the last king of Luang Phrabang and later the first king of a unified Laos. The design is simple and functional, with the denomination '10 K' (10 Kip) prominently displayed, indicating the amount to be collected upon delivery.

Issued in 1952, this was among the first postage due stamps for the newly independent Kingdom of Laos within the French Union, marking a key step in establishing its own postal system.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

sgD1
scottJ1
michelP1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$10
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$2
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1

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