uncommon1945-1980

People's Republic of China, Founding of the Republic

Name: People's Republic of China, Founding of the Republic
Brand: China (People's Republic)

China (People's Republic) · 1949 · $800

This stamp commemorates the founding of the People's Republic of China on October 1, 1949. The design features a large lantern, a symbol of celebration, with the new national flag of the PRC in the background. It was issued by the North-East China Postal Administration.

Issued just weeks after Mao Zedong proclaimed the establishment of the People's Republic of China, this is the first stamp issued under the new communist government, marking a pivotal moment in Chinese and world history.

Printing Method

Lithography

Themes

politics history flags lanterns anniversaries

Catalog Numbers

sg1283

scott1

michel1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$25

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$18

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$12

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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

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