Singapore Definitive Stamp - Postage Due

Name: Singapore Definitive Stamp - Postage Due
Brand: Singapore

Singapore · 1973 · 1c

This is a definitive postage due stamp from Singapore, featuring a simple typographic design. The central element is the large numeral '1' indicating the value of 1 cent, with 'SINGAPORE' printed above and 'POSTAGE DUE' below. The design is functional, intended to clearly indicate the amount of postage owed on underpaid mail.

Issued in 1973, this stamp was part of Singapore's first set of postage due stamps after its full independence, replacing earlier designs used during the colonial and Malaysian federation periods.

Printing Method

Lithography

Themes

definitive postage-due typography

Catalog Numbers

sgD1

scottJ1

michelP1

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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

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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