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Vietnam 1951 First Postage Stamp, Emperor Bao Dai

Name: Vietnam 1951 First Postage Stamp, Emperor Bao Dai
Brand: Vietnam

Vietnam · 1951 · 30c

This stamp features a portrait of Bảo Đại, the last emperor of the Nguyễn dynasty and the Chief of State of the State of Vietnam at the time of issue. The design is simple, focusing on the portrait within an ornate frame, with the country name 'VIỆT-NAM' at the top and the denomination '30c' at the bottom. It is part of the first series of postage stamps issued by the State of Vietnam.

Issued in 1951, this stamp marks a significant moment in Vietnamese history, representing the newly formed State of Vietnam's philatelic independence following the end of French colonial administration. It was released during the First Indochina War.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

portraits royalty heads-of-state first-issue

Catalog Numbers

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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

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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