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French Indochina 1899 Commerce and Navigation Definitives Set

Name: French Indochina 1899 Commerce and Navigation Definitives Set
Brand: French Indochina
Availability: InStock

French Indochina · 1899 · 5, 10, 15, 25, 50 Centimes

This set of five definitive stamps from French Indochina features an allegorical design known as 'Commerce and Navigation'. The central vignette depicts two classical figures, one representing Commerce with a caduceus and the other Navigation with an anchor, symbolizing the economic activities of the French colony. The stamps are inscribed 'REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE COLONIES POSTES' and 'INDO-CHINE' at the bottom.

Issued in 1899, these stamps reflect France's colonial presence in Southeast Asia, specifically in French Indochina (comprising present-day Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia). They served as standard postage for the region, facilitating communication and trade within the vast French colonial empire.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

definitive allegory commerce navigation colonial

Catalog Numbers

sg11-15

scott11-15

michel11-15

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$100

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$70

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$40

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$20

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$10

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