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uncommonpre-1900
Colombia 5c Telegraph Stamp, 1886
Colombia · 1886 · 5 centavos
The stamp features the national coat of arms of Colombia, surrounded by text indicating 'REPUBLICA DE COLOMBIA', 'CORREOS', 'TELEGRAFOS', and the denomination '5 CENTAVOS'.
Issued in 1886, this stamp was specifically for telegraph services in Colombia, highlighting the country's early adoption and development of communication infrastructure.
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Image: Colombian Government · License: Public domain
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