1896 Puerto Rico 80c Alfonso XIII
Puerto Rico · 1896 · 80 centavos
The stamp features a bust portrait of young King Alfonso XIII of Spain, facing left, within an oval frame. The country name 'PUERTO-RICO' is inscribed above, and the denomination '80 C.' below.
Issued in 1896, this stamp represents the final years of Spanish colonial rule in Puerto Rico, just prior to the Spanish-American War which led to the island's cession to the United States.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: Spanish government for colony of Puerto Rico, 1896 · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
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.
