Philippines, 1899 $1 Trans-Mississippi Overprint
Philippines · 1899 · 1 US dollar
This stamp features the original U.S. Trans-Mississippi Exposition design depicting 'Western Cattle in a Storm'. It is overprinted with 'PHILIPPINES' in black, indicating its use in the U.S. administered territory.
Issued shortly after the Spanish-American War, these overprinted U.S. stamps were used in the Philippines during the early period of American colonial administration, before the issuance of specific Philippine stamps.
Printing Method
Engraved
Catalog Numbers
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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