uncommonpre-1900

Indochina Allegory of Commerce and Navigation 1889

Name: Indochina Allegory of Commerce and Navigation 1889
Brand: French Indochina

French Indochina · 1889 · 5c

This stamp features an allegorical design representing Commerce and Navigation, a common theme for French colonial issues of the period. The design, known as the 'Tablet' type, was created by Louis-Eugène Mouchon and was used for various French colonies with different inscriptions.

Issued in 1889, this was the first postage stamp specifically for French Indochina, which had been formally established two years prior. It replaced the stamps of individual French colonial possessions in the region.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

allegory commerce navigation colonial

Catalog Numbers

sg1

scott1

michel1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$150

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$100

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$60

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$30

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.