Brazil 1920 Ceres Type, 200 Réis, Blue

Brazil · 1920 · 200 Réis

This definitive stamp features an allegorical depiction of Ceres, the Roman goddess of agriculture, grain, and fertility. The design, rendered in a classical style, highlights Brazil's identity as a major agricultural nation. This particular issue is part of a long-running series that saw numerous printings and variations.

Issued during the First Brazilian Republic, the Ceres series symbolized the nation's economic foundation in agriculture, particularly coffee and grain, which were central to its prosperity at the time.