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1888 Chinese Province of Taiwan Postage Stamp

Taiwan · 1888 · Not specified

This stamp represents the postal history of Taiwan when it was a province of China. The design likely features Chinese characters and possibly a dragon or other imperial symbols, typical of late 19th-century Chinese postal issues.

Issued during the Qing Dynasty, this stamp reflects Taiwan's status as a Chinese province before its cession to Japan in 1895. It is a significant artifact from a transitional period in Taiwan's history.

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$0
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$150
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$75

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