Cuba 1879 Bisected 25 Centimos Stamp
Cuba · 1879 · 12½ céntimos
The right half of a bisected stamp, featuring a profile portrait (likely King Alfonso XII of Spain) facing left, within an oval frame. It is affixed to a folded circular, with partial text 'CORREOS', 'ESPAÑA', and '25 C. DE PESETA' visible.
This stamp represents a period of postal exigency in Cuba, where a shortage of lower denomination stamps led to the authorized bisecting of higher value stamps to meet postal rates. This practice is a significant aspect of postal history.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: Spain for colony of Cuba · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
