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uncommonpre-1900
Chile 1853 5c Brown Red 1st London Printing Used
Chile · 1853 · 5 Centavos
This classic stamp from Chile's first issue features a prominent portrait of Christopher Columbus. Printed in London by Perkins Bacon, it bears the inscription 'CORREOS PORTE FRANCO' and 'COLON CHILE 5 CENTAVOS'.
Part of Chile's inaugural stamp series, this issue marked a significant step in the country's postal history, featuring a universally recognized explorer.
Printing Method
Engraved
Catalog Numbers
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Superb(S)
$450Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$375Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$300Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$150Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$75Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.