Philippines Postage Due Stamp, Red

Name: Philippines Postage Due Stamp, Red
Brand: Philippines

Philippines · 1928 · 2 Centavos

This is a postage due stamp from the Philippines, issued under United States administration. The design is simple and functional, featuring a large numeral '2' indicating the value of 2 Centavos, surrounded by an ornate frame with the words 'PHILIPPINE ISLANDS' and 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA'. The text 'POSTAGE DUE' is prominently displayed at the top.

Issued in 1928, this stamp was used to collect insufficient postage from the recipient of a letter. It reflects the period when the Philippines was a territory of the United States, a status that lasted from 1898 until its independence in 1946.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

postage-due numerals

Catalog Numbers

scottJ18

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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