Japanese 15 sen stamp from the Chrysanthemum seri
Updated August 7, 2026
| Lot number | 8052 |
| Estimate | 2.00 - 10.00 USD |
| Category | Stamps & Philately |
| Auction | Coin, Stamp, Collectables and More 29 |
| Date | August 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT |
| Auction house | Featherznest |
| Location | Grapevine, Arkansas |
This is a genuine Japanese 15 sen stamp from the Chrysanthemum series.IdentificationCountry: Japan (Japanese Empire)Series: 1899–1907 Chrysanthemum (Kiku) definitive issueDenomination: 15 senColor: Purple / violetDesign: Rising sun with rays, landscape elements (mountains/trees), Imperial chrysanthemum crest at the bottom center, “IMPERIAL JAPANESE POST” at top, “15 SN” in the lower corners, and Japanese characters.This is the standard pictorial Chrysanthemum design used for the higher values in the long-running 1899–1907 definitive set. It replaced the earlier Koban designs.Year: First issued around 1899 (with printings continuing into the early 1900s). These remained in use for many years.(Common Scott catalogue reference for the 15 sen purple in this series is in the #90s range, typically Scott #93 or the equivalent depending on exact shade and perforation.)ConditionUsed with a partial black cancel. Centering is decent. Perforations are complete. There is some typical aging and minor soiling. Overall a collectible example.ValueThe 15 sen Chrysanthemum is a common stamp in used condition.Typical market value: $2 – $10.
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