U.S. #1188

1961 4¢ Republic of China

Issue Date: October 10, 1961
City: Washington, D.C.
Quantity: 110,620,000
Printed By: Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Printing Method: Rotary Press
Perforations: 10½ X 11
Color: Blue

China Resistance Stamp

On July 7, 1942, the US issued its first stamp with foreign characters...  more

U.S. #1188

1961 4¢ Republic of China

Issue Date: October 10, 1961
City: Washington, D.C.
Quantity: 110,620,000
Printed By: Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Printing Method: Rotary Press
Perforations: 10½ X 11
Color: Blue

China Resistance Stamp

On July 7, 1942, the US issued its first stamp with foreign characters as part of the design.

US #906 was issued to commemorate the fifth anniversary of Chinas resistance against the Japanese Empire in the early days of World War II. The 5¢ denomination would have paid for a first-class letter to China.