Kiangsi Stamps
Kiangsi, now known as Jiangxi Province, is a landlocked region in southeastern China. Its postal history is entirely integrated within the broader framework of the Republic of China and later the People's Republic of China, meaning its stamps generally reflect national issues rather than distinct provincial ones.
- Issued stamps
- 1949–1949
- Region
- Asia, East Asia
- Currency
- CNY
- Languages
- Chinese
- Issuer type
- Historical postal administration
- Part of
- Republic of China
About Kiangsi stamps
The primary language appearing on these issues is Chinese, reflecting the dominant Han culture of the region. As a historical province, its postal administration transitioned through the tumultuous periods of the Warlord Era and subsequent civil wars before becoming a core part of the modern Chinese postal system.
Further reading: Wikipedia
How to identify Kiangsi stamps
- Look for '中華民國郵政' (Chung-hwa Min-kuo Yu-cheng - Republic of China Post) on the base stamp.
- Identify overprints in Chinese characters, often indicating 'Kiangsi' or specific local denominations.
- Examine the design for common ROC national themes like Sun Yat-sen portraits, Martyrs, or scenic views.
- Note the year of issue, as Kiangsi's specific overprints are limited to a very short period around 1949.
Popular series
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ROC National Issues (Kiangsi Overprints)
1949
Stamps of the Republic of China overprinted for local use in Kiangsi during the transitional period of the Chinese Civil War.
Value overview
Typical ranges as orientation, not prices for a particular stamp. Condition, variety and demand decide the value of your copy; for current asking prices, check listings or the app.
- Common stamps
- $1–$10
- Scarce stamps
- $50–$500+
The value of Kiangsi issues is highly dependent on the specific overprint, the underlying national stamp, and condition. Most are overprints on Republic of China national issues, and their rarity is tied to the scarcity of the overprint and the period of use during the civil war. Unused examples with full gum are generally more valuable.
Catalogs. Kiangsi stamps are listed in the major world catalogs: Scott, Michel and Stanley Gibbons. Catalog numbers and groupings differ between them; the Stamp Identifier app shows the numbers it can find for your stamp.
Questions about Kiangsi stamps
Kiangsi stamps refer to postal issues used in the Kiangsi (Jiangxi) Province of China, primarily during the tumultuous period of the Chinese Civil War around 1949. These are typically national stamps of the Republic of China that were overprinted for local use or specific denominations within the province.
The value of Kiangsi stamps varies significantly. While many common overprints might be worth a few dollars, rare overprints on scarce base stamps, especially in fine condition, can fetch hundreds of dollars. Factors like the specific overprint, the condition of the stamp, and its historical context play a crucial role in determining value.
To identify Kiangsi stamps, look for the standard designs of Republic of China national issues, often featuring portraits or national symbols. The key identifying feature will be the overprint, usually in Chinese characters, indicating local use or a new denomination for Kiangsi Province. A photo in the Stamp Identifier app gives a first identification; check the catalog number in a specialised catalog before relying on it.
Kiangsi stamps, particularly the overprinted issues, are listed in major international stamp catalogs such as Scott, Michel, and Stanley Gibbons. They are typically found within the China section, often under 'Local Issues' or 'Provisional Issues' for the Republic of China period.
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