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Portugal 1885 King Luís I
Portugal · 1885 · 50r
This definitive stamp features a left-facing profile portrait of King Luís I of Portugal. The design is enclosed within an ornate oval frame, with the denomination '50 REIS' at the bottom and 'PORTUGAL' inscribed at the top.
Issued during the reign of King Luís I (1861-1889), this stamp is part of a long-running definitive series that saw various color and perforation changes over its lifespan.
Printing Method
Typography
Catalog Numbers
scott185
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Superb(S)
$2Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$1Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$0.5Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$0.25Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$0.1Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
