1959 People's Republic of China 2 Fen Gilt/Green Postage Stamp (Ten Great Buildings Series)

This is a vertical rectangular postage stamp from the People’s Republic of China, part of the 1959-1960 series commemorating the 'Ten Great Buildings' in Beijing built for the 10th anniversary of the PRC. The stamp features an intaglio-printed architectural illustration of the Great Hall of the People in a deep slate green or bluish-green ink on an off-white, cream-toned paper. The upper left corner prominently displays the denomination '2 fen'. At the bottom, a horizontal banner contains the dark-colored Chinese inscription '中国人民邮政' (China People’s Post). The central image showcases the Neoclassical architectural style of the building, emphasizing its massive columns and perspective. Physically, the stamp features standard perforations on all four sides. The centering is slightly shifted toward the top right edge. Regarding condition, there is evidence of post-consumer handling; visible wear includes slightly blunted perforation tips, a faint vertical crease near the bottom center, and some mild surface foxing or toning consistent with its age of over 60 years. No postmark cancel is visible in the provided image, suggesting it may be in unused (mint) condition, though the reverse gum state cannot be determined from this view. The print quality demonstrates fine line engraving characteristic of state security printing of the late 1950s.