Brazil 1940 Centenary of the First Postage Stamp

Brazil · 1940 · 200 réis

This stamp commemorates the 100th anniversary of the world's first postage stamp, the Penny Black. The design features a portrait of Queen Victoria, mirroring the original 1840 British stamp, set against a dark background. It is a classic example of a stamp celebrating a major philatelic milestone.

Issued in 1940, this stamp honors the centenary of the Penny Black, a pivotal moment in postal history that revolutionized communication by introducing prepaid postage.