uncommonpre-1900

French Colonies General Issues used in Indochina, Eagle and Crown

Name: French Colonies General Issues used in Indochina, Eagle and Crown
Brand: French Colonies

French Colonies · 1862 · 10c Bistre

This stamp, part of the French Colonies General Issues, features the imperial eagle surmounted by a crown, a design known as the 'Eagle and Crown' type. It was printed in bistre (a yellowish-brown color) and was intended for use across various French colonial territories, including what was then known as Cochinchina (part of modern Vietnam).

In 1862, France established the colony of Cochinchina in southern Vietnam. The first postage stamps used there were the general issues for all French colonies, as specific stamps for the region had not yet been produced.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

heraldry eagles crowns colonial-era

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

$120

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$90

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$60

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$25

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