Chile 1878 Christopher Columbus 2 Centavos

Chile · 1878 · 2 centavos

The stamp features a detailed portrait of Christopher Columbus facing left, set within an oval frame. The country name 'CHILE' is inscribed at the top, and the denomination '2 CENTAVOS' is at the bottom.

This stamp is part of Chile's definitive issues from the late 19th century, honoring Christopher Columbus, a pivotal figure in the history of the Americas. It reflects the common practice of depicting significant historical figures on national postage during that era.