Chile 1854 Christopher Columbus 5c Deep Red Brown
Chile · 1854 · 5c
This stamp features a portrait of Christopher Columbus, the Genoese explorer credited with the European discovery of the Americas. The design is an imperforate square, printed in a deep red-brown ink. This particular issue is known for its variations in shade and the quality of the impressions.
Issued in 1854, this was part of Chile's second series of postage stamps, continuing the use of Columbus's portrait from the first issue of 1853. These early stamps facilitated the expansion of the postal service within the young republic.
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Engraved
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