Chinese Deep-Draft Channel Stamps (1998)

Name: Chinese Deep-Draft Channel Stamps (1998)
Brand: cajavanderwoude
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Set of six Chinese postage stamps from 1998 commemorating a deep-draft channel project, displayed on a map background. - view 1

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DESCRIPTION

A set of six mint condition postage stamps from China, issued in 1998, commemorating the Deep-Draft Channel project. Each stamp depicts a scene related to modern infrastructure and development, including ports, bridges, and cityscapes. The denominations range from 10fen to 100fen. The stamps are presented on a backing that includes a map, likely of the project area, and text in both Chinese and English related to the project.

CULTURAL ECHOES

Where This Object Echoes

Global Philately20th-21st Century

Many nations issue commemorative stamps to highlight national achievements, infrastructure projects, or important historical events, creating a universal tradition of philatelic storytelling.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

•Stamp collecting as a hobby, involving the systematic acquisition, cataloging, and display of postage stamps.
•The use of stamps for official correspondence, indicating postage payment and often carrying symbolic or commemorative imagery.

Meaning Through Time

Late 19th - Mid 20th Century

Stamps were primarily functional items for mail delivery, with artistic and commemorative elements secondary to their utility.

Late 20th - Early 21st Century

While still functional, stamps increasingly became tools for national branding, cultural promotion, and collectible items, especially in special issues and presentation packs like this.

HISTORICAL STORY

This set of stamps commemorates the Deep-Draft Channel project in China, likely related to the Yangtze River or a major port. Projects like these were crucial for China's rapid economic development in the late 20th century, enabling larger cargo ships to access inland ports and boosting ...

DID YOU KNOW?

The 'fen' was a fractional unit of Chinese currency, with 100 fen equaling 1 yuan. While still legal tender, fen denominations are rarely used in modern Chinese transactions.

Philately, the study and collection of stamps, is a popular hobby worldwide, with collectors often seeking themed sets like these that document public works or historical events.

MATERIAL & CONDITION

Surface

The stamps have a smooth, matte paper surface with crisp, clear printing. They appear to be in mint, unused condition, likely with original gum.

Weight & Feel

Very lightweight, as expected for postage stamps and accompanying display material.

Condition

The stamps appear to be in excellent, mint condition with no visible damage, creasing, or cancellations. They are likely mounted in a presentation folder, preserving their quality. The surrounding presentation material also appears well-maintained.

RARITY ANALYSIS

Average55-70%

CommonLegendary

Typical antique shop fare. Requires some searching but regularly available. This is where most genuine antiques fall.

Typical Characteristics

Standard antique shop items
Regularly available
Moderate collector interest

ESTIMATED VALUE

$10 - $30

Updated: Jan 21, 2026

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CONTEXT ANALYSIS

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What Aligned

User-provided 'Origin/Language: China' aligns with the visible 'CHINA' and '中国邮政' (China Post) markings on the stamps.
User-provided 'Time Period: 1998' aligns with the style and specific theme of infrastructure development common in China during that era, and the text '1998' is visible on the accompanying documentation.