Ecuador, 1865-66 Coat of Arms

Name: Ecuador, 1865-66 Coat of Arms
Brand: Ecuador

Ecuador · 1865 · 1 Real

This is the first postage stamp issued by Ecuador, featuring the national Coat of Arms. The design includes a condor perched atop a shield containing Mount Chimborazo and a steamship, symbolizing commerce and navigation. The denomination 'UN REAL' is inscribed at the bottom.

Issued in 1865, this stamp marks Ecuador's entry into the global postal system, replacing the pre-adhesive postal markings used previously. It was printed in London by Perkins Bacon & Co.

Printing Method

Lithography

Themes

coat-of-arms classic-stamps

Catalog Numbers

sg1

scott1

michel1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$150

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$100

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$60

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$30

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$10

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.