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Argentina 1862 Rivadavia Issue, 5 Centavos Red Brown

Argentina · 1862 · 5 Centavos

This stamp features a portrait of Bernardino Rivadavia, the first president of Argentina. The design is notable for its simplicity and the classic 19th-century engraving style. It is part of Argentina's first national postage stamp series, often referred to as the 'Rivadavia' issue.

Issued in 1862, this was among the first set of stamps for the unified Argentine Republic, replacing various provincial issues and marking a key step in national consolidation.

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Catalog Numbers

sg5
scott5
michel5

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$150
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$100
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$60
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$30
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$10

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.