common1900-1945

French Indochina 1903 Allegory of Commerce and Peace Overprints

Name: French Indochina 1903 Allegory of Commerce and Peace Overprints
Brand: French Indochina

French Indochina · 1903 · 5 Centimes, 15 Centimes

This set features two stamps from the French Colonies 'Allegory of Commerce and Peace' series, overprinted 'INDO-CHINE' and new values of 5 centimes (brown) and 15 centimes (blue). The design depicts allegorical figures representing commerce and peace, common for French colonial issues of the period.

These stamps were issued for use in French Indochina, a French colonial possession in Southeast Asia, reflecting the administrative and postal systems imposed by the colonial power. The overprints indicate their specific use within the Indochinese territories.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

overprint allegory colonial-era commerce peace

Catalog Numbers

sg20, 24

scott20, 24

michel20, 24

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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

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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