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uncommon1900-1945
Marechal Hermes da Fonseca Airmail Surcharge
Brazil · 1927 · 5000 Réis
A Brazilian stamp featuring a portrait of Marechal Hermes da Fonseca, overprinted with a black 'Air Service 5000 Rs.' surcharge.
This stamp represents an early Brazilian airmail service, utilizing a surcharge on an existing definitive issue to denote the new postal rate for air transport, honoring former President Hermes da Fonseca.
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Image: Post of Brazil · License: Public domain
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