uncommonpre-1900

Saint Pierre 1891 25 Francs Ceres Overprint

Name: Saint Pierre 1891 25 Francs Ceres Overprint
Brand: Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Availability: InStock

Saint Pierre and Miquelon · 1891 · 25 Fr

A 25 Francs definitive stamp of France, featuring the Ceres design, overprinted 'ST PIERRE M-on' for use in Saint Pierre and Miquelon.

This stamp reflects the common practice of French colonies overprinting metropolitan stamps for local postal use, signifying their administrative connection while asserting local identity.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

overprint colonial definitive allegory

Image: <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Poste_(France)" class="extiw" title="en:La Poste (France)">La Posta</a>, the French <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/postal_adminstration" class="extiw" title="en:postal adminstration">postal administration</a> · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100

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.