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common1945-1980
Philippines 1946 Victory Overprint
Philippines · 1946 · 2c
This definitive stamp features a portrait of Apolinario Mabini, a key figure in the Philippine Revolution. It is overprinted in black with the word "VICTORY" to commemorate the Allied victory and the end of the Japanese occupation in World War II.
Issued shortly after the end of World War II, these overprints marked the liberation of the Philippines and the restoration of the Commonwealth government.
Printing Method
Engraved
Catalog Numbers
scott500
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$2Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$1Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$0.5Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$0.25Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$0.1Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
