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Ecuador, First Postage Stamp Issue

Name: Ecuador, First Postage Stamp Issue
Brand: Ecuador

Ecuador · 1865 · Medio Real

This stamp is the first postage stamp issued by Ecuador, featuring the national Coat of Arms at its center. The design is framed by ornate patterns, with the denomination 'MEDIO REAL' inscribed at the bottom and 'ECUADOR' at the top. The stamp was printed in blue on unwatermarked paper.

Issued in 1865, this stamp marks Ecuador's entry into the global postal system, a significant step in modernizing its communication infrastructure during the 19th century.

Printing Method

Lithography

Themes

coat-of-arms first-issue heraldry

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

$120

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$90

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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