common1900-1945

Brazil "Série Vovó" Definitive Stamp

Name: Brazil "Série Vovó" Definitive Stamp
Brand: Brazil

Brazil · 1920 ·

This stamp is part of the long-running "Série Vovó" (Grandmother Series) of definitive stamps from Brazil. The design features an allegorical representation of the Republic, often depicted as a woman in a Phrygian cap, symbolizing liberty and the Brazilian state. This series was in use for over two decades with various denominations and color changes.

Issued during the First Brazilian Republic (República Velha), this definitive series was the workhorse of the Brazilian postal system from 1920 until the early 1940s, spanning a period of significant political and social change.

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definitive allegory republic

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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.