common1980-2010

Abolition of the Army Anniversary

Name: Abolition of the Army Anniversary
Brand: Costa Rica
Availability: InStock

Costa Rica · 1986 · 5 ₡

This stamp commemorates the anniversary of the abolition of Costa Rica's army. The design features a powerful allegory of a blacksmith forging a sword into a plowshare on an anvil, symbolizing the nation's transition from military conflict to peaceful agriculture and development.

Costa Rica officially abolished its army in 1948, a landmark decision that has become a cornerstone of its national identity and commitment to peace, neutrality, and diplomacy.

Printing Method

Offset

Themes

military peace anniversary blacksmith anvil swords-into-plowshares

Catalog Numbers

sg1090

scottC977

michel1391

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.