common1945-1980

Sun Yat-sen Commemorative Stamp

Name: Sun Yat-sen Commemorative Stamp
Brand: United States

United States · 1961 · 4¢

The stamp features a portrait of Sun Yat-sen, with his name 'SUN YAT-SEN' prominently displayed below. The denomination '4¢' and 'UNITED STATES POSTAGE' are at the bottom.

This stamp was issued by the United States to honor Sun Yat-sen, the founding father and first president of the Republic of China. It reflects the historical ties and diplomatic recognition between the two nations, and likely appealed to Chinese-American communities.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

heads-of-state historical-figures commemorative political-figures

Catalog Numbers

scott1186

Image: USPS · License: Public domain

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1.5

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.75

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.