People's Republic of China 1952 International Workers' Day Commemorative Postage Stamp (800 Yuan)

This is a red and white commemorative postage stamp issued by the People's Republic of China in 1952 to celebrate International Workers' Day (May Day). The stamp features a prominent central graphic of a hammer and sickle superimposed over a large numeral '1', symbolizing May 1st, surrounded by a radiant sunburst effect. The text at the top reads '一九五二 國際勞動節' (1952 International Labour Day). At the bottom, '中國人民郵政' (China People's Post) is printed next to the denomination of '800 圓' (800 Yuan). The stamp has visible perforations on all four sides, which appear somewhat irregular and rough, suggesting a vintage production quality or manual separation. The paper exhibits a fibrous texture with slight yellowing due to age. Condition-wise, the stamp shows minor wear on the edges, and the ink application is typical of early PRC typography, showing slight variations in saturation. Underneath the main border, technical serial numbers (纪15.3-1 and (75)) are visible, which identify its place within the official philatelic series released during this period of the early Communist era.