common1945-1980

Singapore Postage Due Stamp

Name: Singapore Postage Due Stamp
Brand: Singapore
Availability: InStock

Singapore · 1971 · 1c

This stamp is the first postage due issue from the Republic of Singapore. The design features a large numeral '1' indicating the 1 cent value, with 'SINGAPORE' inscribed at the top and 'POSTAGE DUE' at the bottom. The simple, functional design is printed in a distinct carmine color.

Issued in 1971, this series marked Singapore's establishment of its own postage due system after becoming a fully independent republic, replacing earlier Straits Settlements and Malayan issues.

Printing Method

Lithography

Themes

postage-due numerals

Catalog Numbers

sgD1

scottJ1

michelP1

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.