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Brazil Southern Cross Constellation, 20 réis

Name: Brazil Southern Cross Constellation, 20 réis
Brand: Brazil

Brazil · 1890 · 20 réis

This definitive stamp features a prominent depiction of the Southern Cross (Crux) constellation, a significant celestial symbol for the Southern Hemisphere. The design is simple and elegant, with the denomination '20' clearly displayed at the top and the country name 'BRAZIL' at the bottom, all within an ornate circular frame.

Issued shortly after Brazil became a republic in 1889, this series replaced imperial symbols with national ones like the Southern Cross, reflecting the new political identity of the nation.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

astronomy constellations stars southern-cross

Catalog Numbers

sg116

scott99

michel83

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

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.