Roman States 20 Centesimi Claret, Papal Arms

Name: Roman States 20 Centesimi Claret, Papal Arms
Brand: Roman States

Roman States · 1867 · 20c

This stamp features the Papal Arms, consisting of the crossed Keys of Saint Peter surmounted by the Papal Tiara. The denomination '20 CENT.' is inscribed at the bottom, with 'FRANCO BOLLO POSTALE' (Postage Stamp) surrounding the central design. This was part of the first series of stamps from the Papal States to be denominated in the Italian Lira currency system.

Issued in 1867, this stamp represents the final years of the Papal States' temporal power before their annexation into the newly unified Kingdom of Italy in 1870.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

coat-of-arms papal-states keys-of-saint-peter papal-tiara

Catalog Numbers

sg41

scott25

michel18

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$150

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$100

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$60

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$30

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$10

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