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Argentina 1862 Rivadavia, 15c Blue, Unused
very rarepre-1900

Argentina 1862 Rivadavia, 15c Blue, Unused

Argentina · 1862 · 15c (centavos)

This stamp features a portrait of Bernardino Rivadavia, the first president of Argentina. The design, engraved by the French artist Jacques-Jean Barre, is known for its classical elegance and is part of Argentina's first definitive series. It is often referred to as the 'Rivadavia' issue.

Issued in 1862, this was among the first stamps of the unified Argentine Republic, replacing the separate issues of the Argentine Confederation and the State of Buenos Aires. It symbolized national unity under a single postal system.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2,500
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$2,000
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$1,500
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$800
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$300

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