Montenegro, 1874 First Issue, Prince Nicholas I

Name: Montenegro, 1874 First Issue, Prince Nicholas I
Brand: Montenegro

Montenegro · 1874 · 2 novčića

This stamp is the first issue from the Principality of Montenegro. It features a left-facing portrait of Prince Nicholas I, who ruled the country for over 50 years. The design is simple, with the portrait framed by an oval and inscriptions for the country name and denomination.

Issued in 1874, this stamp marks Montenegro's entry into the Universal Postal Union and the establishment of its independent postal service while still under Ottoman suzerainty.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

royalty heads-of-state portraits

Catalog Numbers

sg1

scott1

michel1

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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.