Historic San Juan, Puerto Rico
United States · 1971 · 8¢
This stamp commemorates the 450th anniversary of the founding of San Juan, Puerto Rico. The design features a sentry box at Castillo San Felipe del Morro, a 16th-century citadel, overlooking the entrance to San Juan Bay. It was part of the Historic Preservation series.
Issued in 1971, this stamp celebrated the long history of San Juan, a key strategic location in the Caribbean for centuries, and highlighted the U.S. commitment to preserving its historic landmarks.
Printing Method
Photogravure
Catalog Numbers
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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