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Brazil 1920 Ceres Type

Brazil · 1920 · 100 réis

This definitive stamp features an allegorical depiction of Ceres, the Roman goddess of agriculture, grain, and fertility. The design, a common motif in early 20th-century Brazilian philately, symbolizes the nation's agricultural wealth and prosperity. The denomination is prominently displayed within the ornate frame.

Issued during the First Brazilian Republic, this stamp was part of a long-running series used for everyday postage, reflecting the importance of agriculture to the Brazilian economy at the time.

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Catalog Numbers

sg342
scott245
michel233

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$5
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$3
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$1
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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