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Ecuador 1970 Airmail Stamp, Otavalo Indian Weaver
common1945-1980

Ecuador 1970 Airmail Stamp, Otavalo Indian Weaver

Ecuador · 1970 · 1.30 S/.

This airmail stamp features a detailed depiction of an Otavalo Indian man operating a traditional loom. The design highlights the intricate craft of weaving, a significant part of the indigenous culture in the Otavalo region of Ecuador. The stamp is part of a series celebrating local customs and industries.

Issued in 1970, this stamp reflects Ecuador's effort to promote its rich indigenous heritage and traditional crafts to a global audience through its postal system.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

scottC497

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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