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1898 Cuba Bisected 2 Centavos Stamp
Cuba · 1898 · 2 centavos
A bisected 2 centavos stamp of Cuba from 1898, used as a 1 centavo stamp and postmarked Puerto Príncipe.
This bisected stamp represents a provisional measure taken during a period of stamp shortage in Cuba, likely during the Spanish-American War or its immediate aftermath, allowing a higher denomination stamp to serve as two lower denomination stamps.
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Image: Spain for colony of Cuba · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$2,325Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$1,395Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$775Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$387Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$155Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
