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Brazil 700 Reis Allegory of the Republic
uncommon1900-1945

Brazil 700 Reis Allegory of the Republic

Brazil · 1906 · 700 Reis

The stamp features a profile portrait of a woman, an allegorical figure of the Republic, facing left, with 'BRASIL' above and '700 REIS' below.

This stamp belongs to a definitive series issued during the early years of the First Brazilian Republic, reflecting the nation's identity after the overthrow of the monarchy. It was part of the standard postal currency of the time.

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sg248
scott180
michel190

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