China 1949, block of four revenue stamps surcharged for postal use, featuring a red overprint of 1,500 Chinese dollars on the original 50-dollar design. Issued on January 1, 1949, this lithographed stamp in dark blue was originally created as a fiscal issue and later repurposed as a definitive during hyperinflation. The design features symbolic images of a passenger ship, a train, and an aircraft—representing transportation and national modernization. Printed on unwatermarked paper and perforated 12.5, the stamp measures 26 x 23 mm. Cataloged as Scott IM 934, Michel CN-IM 985, Yvert et Tellier CN-IM 772, Stanley Gibbons CN-IM 1126, and China Stamp Society CN-IM 1225. This mint never hinged block is fresh and well-centered, with full gum and bold surcharge. Estimate "$110 – 140"