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Italy 1890 20c Orange, Umberto I
commonpre-1900

Italy 1890 20c Orange, Umberto I

Italy · 1890 · 20c

This definitive stamp features a left-facing portrait of King Umberto I of Italy. The design is enclosed in an ornate oval frame with the denomination '20' at the bottom and 'POSTE ITALIANE' inscribed at the top. The stamp is printed in a distinct orange color.

Issued during the reign of Umberto I, this stamp was part of a long-running definitive series used for everyday postage throughout the Kingdom of Italy in the late 19th century.

Printing Method

Typography

Catalog Numbers

sg59
scott48
michel50

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$10
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$2
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1

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