uncommon1945-1980

People's Republic of China Postage Due Stamp

Name: People's Republic of China Postage Due Stamp
Brand: China (People's Republic)

China (People's Republic) · 1949 · 1000 Yuan

This is one of the first postage due stamps issued by the People's Republic of China. The design is simple and functional, featuring a large numeral '1000' indicating the value, surrounded by decorative borders and Chinese characters for 'Postage Due Stamp' and 'Chinese People's Post'. The stamp was printed on unwatermarked paper and is a key piece for collectors of early PRC issues.

Issued in November 1949, shortly after the founding of the People's Republic of China on October 1st, this stamp reflects the new government's efforts to establish a unified postal system across the nation during a period of significant political and social transition.

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Typography

Themes

postage-due numerals typography

Catalog Numbers

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$25

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$15

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$10

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.