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North Vietnam 1960 Ho Chi Minh & Children

North Vietnam · 1960 · 12 xu

This stamp features a portrait of North Vietnamese leader Ho Chi Minh surrounded by smiling children representing the Young Pioneers organization. The design emphasizes unity, the importance of youth, and the paternalistic image of the leader, a common theme in communist state propaganda.

Issued in 1960 by the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (North Vietnam), this stamp was part of a series celebrating the 15th anniversary of the nation's founding amidst the ongoing division of the country.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sgN153
scott153
michel157

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1
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.