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Cuba 1898 Alfonso XIII (Infante) 2 Centavos
Cuba · 1898 · 2 centavos
The stamp features a portrait of Alfonso XIII of Spain as a child (infante), facing left. The denomination '2 CENTAVOS' is printed below the portrait.
Issued in 1898, this indicium represents the final period of Spanish colonial rule in Cuba, just before the Spanish-American War led to Cuba's independence.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: Spanish government for colony of Cuba, 1898 · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$300Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$180Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$100Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$50Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$20Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
