uncommon1900-1945

Spain 1930 Columbus Ship 40 Centimos Triangular Stamp

Name: Spain 1930 Columbus Ship 40 Centimos Triangular Stamp
Brand: Spain

Spain · 1930 · 40 Centimos

A distinctive triangular stamp from Spain, featuring a detailed engraving of Christopher Columbus's flagship, the Santa María, sailing on the ocean. The design is framed by text commemorating the discovery of the New World on October 12, 1492, and includes the denomination '40 Centimos'.

Issued in 1930, this stamp is part of a series commemorating the 438th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's first voyage to the Americas, celebrating Spain's significant role in the Age of Discovery.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

exploration ships history columbus

Catalog Numbers

sg700

scott678

michel679

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$1.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.5

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