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French Indochina Red Cross Overprint
uncommon1900-1945

French Indochina Red Cross Overprint

French Indochina · 1914 · 10 Centimes

This stamp features a portrait of a native woman, a common design for French colonial issues, with the inscription 'INDO-CHINE R.F.' and a '10c' denomination. It is distinguished by a red cross overprint applied to the original design.

Issued during World War I, these Red Cross overprints were used by French Indochina to raise funds and support for the Red Cross efforts during the global conflict.

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$35
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$25
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$15
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$8
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$3

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