Sardinia, 20 Centesimi Blue, Victor Emmanuel II

Name: Sardinia, 20 Centesimi Blue, Victor Emmanuel II
Brand: Sardinia

Sardinia · 1855 · 20 Centesimi

This definitive stamp features a right-facing embossed profile portrait of Victor Emmanuel II, King of Sardinia. The denomination 'C.20' is shown in the lower corners, with 'FRANCO BOLLO POSTALE' inscribed in the frame. The design is simple and classic for the era, printed in a distinct shade of blue.

Issued by the Kingdom of Sardinia, this stamp was part of the 4th definitive series, the first to feature Victor Emmanuel II. These stamps were used throughout the territories that would soon be unified into the Kingdom of Italy in 1861.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

royalty portraits heads-of-state

Catalog Numbers

sg25

scott10

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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.