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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