uncommon1900-1945

Map of Panama with Canal Zone Overprint

Name: Map of Panama with Canal Zone Overprint
Brand: Canal Zone

Canal Zone · 1904 · 5c

This stamp features a map of the Isthmus of Panama, highlighting the route of the future canal. It is an original 1903 stamp from the Republic of Panama that has been overprinted with 'CANAL ZONE' in black ink for use in the newly established US-administered territory.

Issued in 1904, this stamp marks the very beginning of the United States' administration of the Canal Zone and the monumental construction of the Panama Canal, which had just been taken over from the French.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

maps overprints

Catalog Numbers

scott9

michelUS-CZ 9

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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

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

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.