Chile 1942 100p Carmine Lake Airmail Stamp

Chile · 1942 · 100 pesos

This 1942 Chilean airmail stamp, printed in carmine lake, features a portrait of Bernardo O'Higgins, a key figure in Chile's independence. It was issued with a face value of 100 pesos to support the nation's growing airmail services.

Issued during the early 1940s, this stamp commemorates Bernardo O'Higgins, Chile's Supreme Director and a national hero, while also highlighting the country's commitment to modernizing its postal communication through airmail. Its limited printing of 20,000 copies makes it a notable issue.