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Vietnam 1951 Emperor Bảo Đại
common1945-1980

Vietnam 1951 Emperor Bảo Đại

Vietnam · 1951 · 30c

This stamp features a portrait of Bảo Đại, the last emperor of the Nguyễn dynasty and the final monarch of Vietnam. The design is simple, focusing on the profile of the emperor, with the denomination and country name clearly indicated. It was part of the first series of stamps issued by the State of Vietnam.

Issued in 1951, this stamp represents the State of Vietnam, a government established by France during the First Indochina War. Bảo Đại served as the Head of State during this period, which preceded the division of the country into North and South Vietnam.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

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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.