Cuba 1898 Puerto Príncipe Provisional Stamp
Cuba · 1898 · 2½ centavos
The stamp features a portrait of a young King Alfonso XIII of Spain, originally a Spanish colonial definitive. It is overprinted vertically with 'PUERTO PRINCIPE' and horizontally with 'HABILITADO' in black ink.
This stamp is a provisional issue from the Spanish-American War period, specifically for Puerto Príncipe (now Camagüey), Cuba, during the transition from Spanish to U.S. administration. It signifies the temporary postal arrangements made by U.S. forces.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: U.S. government, printed for occupied Cuba, 1898 · 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
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