uncommonpre-1900

Colombia 5c Telegraph Stamp, 1886

Name: Colombia 5c Telegraph Stamp, 1886
Brand: Colombia
Availability: InStock

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.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

coat-of-arms telegraph official

Image: Colombian Government · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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