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China Famine Relief Surcharge Miniature Sheet
uncommon1900-1945

China Famine Relief Surcharge Miniature Sheet

China · 1944 · 5 Yuan + 5 Yuan Surcharge

This miniature sheet, issued in 1944, features a design related to famine relief efforts. It includes stamps with a surcharge intended to raise funds for humanitarian aid during a period of severe hardship.

Issued by the Republic of China during the height of World War II and the Second Sino-Japanese War, this stamp highlights the dire conditions and widespread famine that necessitated public fundraising for relief.

Catalog Numbers

sg904
scott566a
michel566

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$150
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$120
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$90
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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