Ecuador "Entrega Inmediata" Special Delivery Stamp

Name: Ecuador "Entrega Inmediata" Special Delivery Stamp
Brand: Ecuador

Ecuador · 1902 · 10c

This special delivery stamp features a bold, typographic design with the words "REPUBLICA DEL ECUADOR" and "ENTREGA INMEDIATA" (Immediate Delivery) surrounding the central denomination of "10 CENTAVOS". The design is purely functional, intended to be easily recognizable for expedited postal handling.

Issued in the early 20th century, this stamp represents the expansion of specialized postal services in Ecuador, allowing for faster delivery of important mail for an additional fee.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

special-delivery postal-service typography

Catalog Numbers

scottE3

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$25

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$15

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

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.