uncommon1900-1945

José Rizal Definitive (Japanese Occupation)

Name: José Rizal Definitive (Japanese Occupation)
Brand: Philippines
Availability: InStock

Philippines · 1942 · 5c

The stamp features a portrait of José Rizal, a national hero of the Philippines, facing left, with the denomination '5c' at the bottom.

Issued by the Philippine Executive Commission during the Japanese Occupation of the Philippines (1942-1945), these stamps replaced pre-war issues and served as official postal currency under the occupation government.

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occupation portrait history definitive

Image: Philippine Executive Commission · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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