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Postage Due Stamp, Numerals in Oval Frame
common1945-1980

Postage Due Stamp, Numerals in Oval Frame

Taiwan · 1946 · 1000 Yuan

This is a postage due stamp featuring a large numeral '1000' as the central design element, enclosed within an ornate oval frame. The characters at the top read '欠資郵票' (qiàn zī yóupiào), which translates to 'Postage Due Stamp'. The denomination is repeated in Chinese characters at the bottom.

Issued in 1946, this stamp reflects the period of hyperinflation in China following World War II, necessitating high-denomination postage. It was part of a series used to collect insufficient postage from the recipient of a mail item.

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$5
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$3
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$1
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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