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1882 Colombia 5 Centavos Telegraph Stamp
Colombia · 1882 · 5 Centavos
A 5 Centavos telegraph stamp from Colombia, featuring the national coat of arms with a condor and shield, surrounded by text indicating its purpose.
Issued in 1882, this stamp served as a revenue stamp for telegraph services in Colombia, reflecting the growing importance of telecommunications in the late 19th century.
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Image: Government of Colombia · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$300Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$180Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$100Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$50Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$20Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
