Cuba 1883 Overprint Stamps
Cuba · 1883 · 20 C. de Peso, 10 C. de Peso
Two Cuban stamps from 1882, overprinted in 1883, featuring a portrait (likely King Alfonso XII) and an intricate 'arañas' (spider web) overprint with denominations 20 C. de Peso and 10 C. de Peso.
These stamps were overprinted as a security measure in 1883 following a major theft of 1882 postage stamps in Cuba, rendering the non-overprinted issues invalid to prevent the thief from profiting.
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.
