Bolivia 9 Stars Condor

Bolivia · 1868 · 5c

This stamp, part of Bolivia's second issue, features the national coat of arms prominently at its center, which includes a condor perched atop. The design is framed by an oval containing nine stars, representing the nine departments of Bolivia at the time. The denomination 'CINCO CENTAVOS' is inscribed below the central vignette.

Issued in 1868, this stamp replaced the first 'Condor' issue of 1867. The key design change was the increase from five to nine stars, reflecting the administrative divisions of Bolivia during that period.