uncommon1945-1980

Laos 1953 Airmail and Semi-Postal First Day Cover

Name: Laos 1953 Airmail and Semi-Postal First Day Cover
Brand: Laos

Laos · 1953 · Multiple

This First Day Cover features two sets of stamps issued by the Kingdom of Laos. The definitive series (Scott 20-23) depicts King Sisavang Vong, while the semi-postal airmail set (Scott C30-33) showcases a map of Laos, an elephant, and the That Luang temple. The stamps were issued to support national defense.

Issued in 1953, these stamps mark a period when Laos was gaining greater autonomy within the French Union, shortly before its full independence in 1954. The semi-postal issue reflects the ongoing political instability and conflicts in the region at the time.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

royalty king-sisavang-vong maps elephants architecture temples airmail

Catalog Numbers

scott20-23, C30-33

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$40

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$30

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$20

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$10

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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