Chile 1853 5 Centavos Brown Red, First London Printing
Chile · 1853 · 5 centavos
Chile's first stamp, issued in 1853, features a portrait of Christopher Columbus. This 5 centavos stamp was part of the initial London printing by Perkins Bacon, known for its high-quality engraving.
As Chile's inaugural postage stamp, this issue marks a significant milestone in the country's postal history, establishing a national postal service and facilitating communication within Chile and internationally.
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Engraved
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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