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Argentina 1862 Rivadavia 15c Blue, Watermark RA
rarepre-1900

Argentina 1862 Rivadavia 15c Blue, Watermark RA

Argentina · 1862 · 15c (centavos)

This classic stamp features a portrait of Bernardino Rivadavia, the first president of Argentina. The design is notable for its simplicity and the prominent denomination. It is part of the first definitive series issued by the Argentine Republic after its unification.

Issued in 1862, this stamp represents the newly unified Argentine Republic, replacing the separate issues of the Argentine Confederation and the State of Buenos Aires. The portrait of Rivadavia symbolized national unity and history.

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Catalog Numbers

sg11
scott8
michel7

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$350
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$300
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$250
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$150
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$75

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