Colombia 75th Anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU)

Name: Colombia 75th Anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU)
Brand: Colombia

Colombia · 1949 · 5 c

This stamp commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU). The design features a portrait of Leo Temprano, a key figure in Colombian postal history, superimposed over a map of the world, symbolizing the global reach of the postal service.

Issued in 1949, this stamp celebrates the international cooperation that established standardized postal services worldwide, a significant step in global communication following World War II.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

upu anniversary postal-history royalty maps globes

Catalog Numbers

sgCO 648

scott573

michelCO 587

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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.