Taiwan Postage Due Stamp, Plum Blossom

Name: Taiwan Postage Due Stamp, Plum Blossom
Brand: Taiwan

Taiwan · 1947 · 1000 Dollars

This postage due stamp features a large numeral '1000' indicating the amount to be collected, framed by stylized plum blossoms. The plum blossom is the national flower of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and is a symbol of resilience and perseverance. The characters at the top read '欠資郵票' (qiàn zī yóupiào), which means 'Postage Due Stamp'.

Issued in 1947, this stamp reflects the period of hyperinflation in China following World War II, necessitating high-denomination postage. This was just before the government of the Republic of China relocated to Taiwan in 1949.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

postage-due flowers plum-blossom numerals

Catalog Numbers

scottD26

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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

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.