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Cuba 1891 Alfonso XIII 'El Pelón' Portrait Stamp
Cuba · 1891 · Unknown
This 1891 stamp from Cuba features a portrait of King Alfonso XIII as a baby. The design is famously known as 'el Pelón' or 'baldie' due to the depiction of his receding hairline.
Issued during Cuba's period as a Spanish colony, this stamp reflects the direct rule of the Spanish monarchy, represented by the young King Alfonso XIII, over its overseas territories.
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Superb(S)
$8Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$5Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$3Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$2Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$1Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
