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1983 T80 "Gui Hai Year" Year of the Pig Stamp Issue Data and Specifications

To help collectors better understand the treasures they hold, we have compiled detailed technical information about this first series of Zodiac stamps. As a popular item in the first series of Zodiac stamp investment market, the T80 Year of the Pig stamp's issuing background and craftsmanship possess extremely high cultural value.

Category	Detailed Specifications	Remarks
Issue Date	January 5, 1983	The 4th stamp in the first series of Zodiac stamps
Face Value	8 fen (0.08 yuan)	Standard domestic ordinary mail postage at the time
Perforation	11.5	Evenness of edge perforations affects condition assessment
Stamp Size	26 mm × 31 mm	Single stamp dimensions
Stamps per Sheet	80 stamps (8 × 10)	The T80 Year of the Pig full sheet price is significantly higher than single stamps
Original Artist	Han Meilin	Highly influential contemporary Chinese artist
Stamp Design	Lu Tianjiao	Cleverly transformed the original artwork into stamp art
Engraver	Zhao Shunyi	Gave the stamp a three-dimensional feel and anti-counterfeiting features
Printing Process	Photogravure and Engraving Combination	Combines the colors of photogravure with the lines of engraving

Careful Authentication: Condition Grading Affecting T80 Year of the Pig Sheet Collection Price

In the process of selling old stamps for a high price, the "condition" of the stamp is the core factor determining the final purchase price. When evaluating the 1983 Year of the Pig Zodiac stamp collection value, we strictly grade according to the following professional standards:

Condition Grade	Detailed State Description	Market Collection Demand
Mint / Perfect	Stamp surface colors are vibrant like new, four corners are sharp and undamaged, perforations are complete and intact. Gum is perfect (no yellowing, no fingerprints, no hinge marks), no mold spots or yellow stains.	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Extremely high, preferred by investors)
Fine	Stamp surface is generally clean, possibly with very slight signs of age (e.g., slightly yellowed gum, but no obvious spots). Corners are intact, no substantial physical damage.	⭐⭐⭐⭐ (High, main circulating stock in the market)
Good	Obvious flaws present, such as: slight creases, gum yellowed due to dampness, small number of broken perforations on the edge, or slight fading and small mold spots on the stamp surface.	⭐⭐ (Relatively low, mainly used for replacement or study)
Poor	Severely damaged, such as: tears, missing corners, severe water stains, worn stamp design, or severe mold.	⭐ (Extremely low, basically lost investment value)

Old Stamp Preservation and Valuation Advice

If you are preparing to sell your collection, or are looking for where to get a high price for T80 Year of the Pig Zodiac stamps, please pay attention to the following preservation details:

• Avoid touching with bare hands: Finger sweat and oil can damage the stamp gum, leading to yellowing. Always use professional stamp tongs.
• Moisture-proof and sun-proof: The climate in Taiwan and Hong Kong is humid, so please place the stamp sheets in a dry, cool place, preferably in a dehumidifying box or professional stock book, to avoid direct UV light causing color fading.

We have many years of rich experience in professionally buying silver dollars, antique coins, and stamps. Whether you hold single stamps, blocks of four, or full sheets, we offer free preliminary online valuation services. Simply send clear front and back photos to our WhatsApp or WeChat, and we will provide you with the most competitive offer with the utmost sincerity!

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