Empire of China Founding Commemoration Specimen Stamp
Empire of China · 1915 · 5 Yuan
The stamp features a portrait of Yuan Shikai, who declared himself emperor, within an ornate oval frame. The text '中華帝國郵票' (Empire of China Stamp) and '開國紀盛' (Founding Commemoration) are visible, along with the denomination '伍圓'.
This stamp commemorates the short-lived Empire of China (1915-1916), an attempt by Yuan Shikai to restore monarchy after the Xinhai Revolution established the Republic of China. It reflects a turbulent period in Chinese history marked by political instability and the struggle between republicanism and imperial ambitions.
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Image: Post of Taiwan (Formosa) Honmingjun · License: Public domain
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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