This unlisted ½ cent specimen stamp from the 1914 “Junk Issue” of the Republic of China was printed at the Peking Bureau of Engraving and Printing (PBMF) as part of the first definitive series issued after the fall of the Qing Dynasty. The central motif features a traditional Chinese junk sailing across tranquil waters with mountains in the background, symbolizing maritime commerce and China’s self-reliance during the early Republican era. Printed using gravure in a rich violet hue, the stamp carries a bold black “SPECIMEN” overprint, which denotes its use as a sample for presentation or archiving purposes and excludes it from postal circulation. The issue belongs to a broader set that also includes scenes of agriculture and classical Chinese architecture. It is perforated line 14 and measures approximately 20 x 24 mm, with no watermark. Although this stamp is not listed in major standard catalogs such as Michel, Scott, Yvert et Tellier, Stanley Gibbons, or China Stamp Society, its provenance and overprint make it of special philatelic interest. Condition Very fine mint never hinged, with strong original gum and vivid color though moderate gum disturbance is present from age. Estimate "$180 – 200".