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US Administration of Philippine Islands Postal History Issues
uncommon1900-1945

US Administration of Philippine Islands Postal History Issues

Philippines · 1906 · N/A

This entry describes stamps issued for the Philippine Islands during the period of US administration. These issues were printed by the US Bureau of Engraving and Printing, reflecting the integration of the islands into the American postal system.

Following the Spanish-American War, the United States administered the Philippine Islands from 1898 to 1946, during which time US-designed and printed stamps were used for postal services, marking a significant era in the islands' history.

Printing Method

Engraved

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$50
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$30
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$15
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$8
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$3

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