French Indochina Postage Stamp - Junk Boat
Philatelic Collectible

French Indochina Postage Stamp - Junk Boat

This item is a historical postage stamp from French Indochina, featuring a depiction of a traditional junk boat. The stamp is rectangular with perforations visible on the left and top edges, suggesting it was part of a larger sheet. The primary color appears to be a muted green or teal, printed on what looks like off-white paper. The central image is a detailed illustration of a junk boat with its distinctive fan-shaped sail, indicating its Asian origin. The boat is positioned on water, with what might be distant land or clouds in the background. The design includes text, with 'POSTES' visible at the top, indicating its postal function, and 'INDOCHINE' prominently displayed across the bottom, identifying the issuing territory. Below 'INDOCHINE', faint text that appears to be 'LA JONQUE' (The Junk) is visible, confirming the subject matter. To the right of 'INDOCHINE', there is a numerical value followed by a unit, possibly 'C' or 'CT', which typically denotes centimes, indicating its monetary denomination. The overall style suggests an early to mid-20th-century issuance, characteristic of colonial-period stamps. The image quality is somewhat blurry, but the primary elements are discernible. No specific maker's marks or distinct condition issues like tears or heavy creasing are visible, though the resolution limits detailed assessment.

Estimated Value

$50 - $100

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Category

Philatelic Collectible

Appraised On

November 10, 2025

Estimated Value

$50 - $100

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Item Description

This item is a historical postage stamp from French Indochina, featuring a depiction of a traditional junk boat. The stamp is rectangular with perforations visible on the left and top edges, suggesting it was part of a larger sheet. The primary color appears to be a muted green or teal, printed on what looks like off-white paper. The central image is a detailed illustration of a junk boat with its distinctive fan-shaped sail, indicating its Asian origin. The boat is positioned on water, with what might be distant land or clouds in the background. The design includes text, with 'POSTES' visible at the top, indicating its postal function, and 'INDOCHINE' prominently displayed across the bottom, identifying the issuing territory. Below 'INDOCHINE', faint text that appears to be 'LA JONQUE' (The Junk) is visible, confirming the subject matter. To the right of 'INDOCHINE', there is a numerical value followed by a unit, possibly 'C' or 'CT', which typically denotes centimes, indicating its monetary denomination. The overall style suggests an early to mid-20th-century issuance, characteristic of colonial-period stamps. The image quality is somewhat blurry, but the primary elements are discernible. No specific maker's marks or distinct condition issues like tears or heavy creasing are visible, though the resolution limits detailed assessment.

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