Chile 1881 Christopher Columbus 2c
Chile · 1881 · 2c (Centavos)
This definitive stamp features a portrait of Christopher Columbus, the Genoese explorer credited with the European discovery of the Americas. The design is finely engraved, showcasing Columbus in profile, set within an ornate oval frame. It was part of a series of definitive stamps issued by Chile during this period.
Issued in the early 1880s, this stamp reflects the global trend of honoring historical figures on postage. It was used for common postal rates within Chile during a period of national consolidation following the War of the Pacific.
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Engraved
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