Japan – Scott # 436, used

Description

Japan – Scott #436 (Used)

This striking mid-20th-century Japanese stamp features a bold industrial design rendered in deep blue tones, showcasing Japan’s postwar emphasis on engineering, infrastructure, and modernization. Issued with a 500-yen denomination, this stamp reflects a period when Japan was presenting itself as a technologically advanced nation rebuilding and redefining its global identity.

Scott #436 is an eye-catching example of Japan’s engraved stamp style, with strong lines, intricate mechanical imagery, and vertical Japanese script that adds visual balance and cultural character. The high denomination further suggests its use for heavier mail or special postal purposes, making it an appealing piece for collectors interested in postal history as well as design.

This example is used, bearing a clear circular cancellation that does not detract from the central artwork and instead adds authenticity and postal character. A solid addition to any Japan collection or thematic collection focused on industry, technology, or postwar history.

Details:

• Country: Japan

• Scott Catalog Number: 436

• Denomination: 500 yen

• Condition: Used, with visible cancellation

• Era: Postwar / mid-20th century

• Color: Blue

• Theme: Industry, engineering, modernization