Issued in 1903 by the French Post Office in China, this 2 centimes stamp bears the overprint "TCHONG-KING" in serifed capitals, along with a Chinese value inscription. Printed in reddish brown and blue on chamois paper by the Imperial Printing Office in Paris, it features the allegorical design by Louis-Eugène Mouchon symbolizing commerce and mythological themes, specifically sales and goods. Produced by typography with a perforation of 14 x 13½, this daily issue belongs to the foreign post office series and measures 20 x 24 mm. Catalogued as Scott TCH 2, Michel FR-IC B18V, Yvert et Tellier FR-TCH 33, and Stanley Gibbons FR-TCH 2. The stamp is in mint hinged condition with fresh gum and vibrant colors, well-centered for the issue. Estimate "$60 – 75"