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Authentic Republic of China Philatelic Collection – Specialized Surcharge Sets

This listing offers a professional selection of authentic vintage Chinese stamps from the pivotal pre-1949 Republic era. These sets are hand-vetted for historical character and provide a fascinating look at the hyperinflationary periods of Chinese postal history.

Key Highlights of these Sets:

Historical Figures: Features Dr. Sun Yat-sen (Father of the Nation) and Chiang Kai-shek issues.
Specialized Overprints: Includes the famous "Gold Yuan" surcharges and "Large Figure" overprints used during the 1940s inflation crisis.
1940 Martyrs Series: Commemorative issues featuring the heroes of the revolution.
Early PRC: Includes early 1950s transitional issues for a complete chronological timeline.
Condition: All stamps are 100% original. Fine Used condition with authentic postal cancellations. No digital "restoration" or alterations.

Set1:Gymnastic £49

Rare set of early gymnastic sets from 1952 Peking postmarks

Set2:heavenlyGate £20

1950 onwards release of the iconic stamps of PR China

Set3:PeaceDove £25

includes the 1951 Peace Dove, 1952 Asian Pacific Peace Conference, and 1953 Dove of Peace

Set4:Stalin £20

includes Stalin, Mao, and various Lenin stamps

Set5:Mao £20

1958 Ancient Chinese Pagodas and others

Set6:Mix_1 £15

Early PRC issues

Set7:ShaTung £15

1949 the 7th Anniversary of the opening of the communist Post Office in Sha Tung.

Set8:Ships £12

1958 Ancient and modern ships

Set9:Flags £25

1950 The First Anniversary of the People's Republic

Important Note for Buyers: > StampArtefact is an established dealer of original philatelic artifacts. We sell many of these curated sets; while the specific stamps you receive will be of the same high quality and era as pictured, the individual cancellations/dates may vary.