Chile 1880 Columbus 1 Centavo
Chile · 1880 · 1 Centavo
This stamp features a portrait of Christopher Columbus, the famed Genoese explorer credited with the European discovery of the Americas. The design is framed by an ornate oval, with the denomination 'UN CENTAVO' at the bottom and 'CHILE' at the top. This issue was part of a definitive series printed by the American Bank Note Company.
Issued during a period of relative stability and economic growth for Chile, this definitive series replaced earlier designs and was used for several years for postal correspondence.
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Engraved
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