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Colombia 1950 Air Mail - 100th Anniversary of the Death of General Francisco de Paula Santander

Name: Colombia 1950 Air Mail - 100th Anniversary of the Death of General Francisco de Paula Santander
Brand: Colombia

Colombia · 1950 · 5c

This air mail stamp features a portrait of General Francisco de Paula Santander, a key military and political figure in Colombia's independence. The design commemorates the 100th anniversary of his death, honoring his legacy as the 'Man of the Laws' and his role in establishing the new republic.

Issued in 1950, this stamp reflects Colombia's post-war period of national reflection and the celebration of its foundational heroes. Santander's image was used to reinforce ideals of law, order, and republicanism.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

portraits statesmen anniversaries air-mail

Catalog Numbers

sg685

scottC133

michel632

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.