North Vietnam First Definitive Issue, Ho Chi Minh

Name: North Vietnam First Definitive Issue, Ho Chi Minh
Brand: Vietnam, North

Vietnam, North · 1951 · 100đ

This stamp is the first definitive issue from the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (North Vietnam). It features a portrait of Ho Chi Minh, the revolutionary leader and first President, against a plain background. The design is simple, reflecting the post-war period, with the country's name 'VIỆT-NAM DÂN-CHỦ CỘNG-HÒA' and the denomination '100đ' prominently displayed.

Issued in 1951 during the First Indochina War, this stamp represents the establishment of a postal system by the Viet Minh government, asserting its sovereignty in the conflict against French colonial rule.

Printing Method

Lithography

Themes

heads-of-state politicians definitive-issue

Catalog Numbers

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$25

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$18

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$12

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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