uncommon1945-1980

Reversion of Mares Concession Overprint Stamp

Name: Reversion of Mares Concession Overprint Stamp
Brand: Colombia

Colombia · 1951 · 50 Centavos

A Colombian stamp depicting an oil derrick, overprinted with 'REVERSION CONCESION DE MARES' and the year 1951, commemorating the nationalization of the Mares Concession.

This stamp commemorates the reversion of the Mares Concession, a major oil concession, to the Colombian state in 1951, a significant event that led to the creation of Ecopetrol and marked a turning point in Colombia's economic history.

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oil industry history commemorative overprint

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