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Bermuda Perot Postmaster Provisional
Bermuda · 1848 · 1 penny
This round, provisional stamp features 'HAMILTON BERMUDA' hand-stamped around its edge, with handwritten text and the year 1848 in the center. It was issued by Postmaster William Bennett Perot to facilitate postage in Bermuda.
Known as a 'Perot' stamp, this is one of only eleven known surviving examples, with only three issued in 1848, making it an iconic rarity in philately.
Printing Method
Typography
Catalog Numbers
scottX1
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$0Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$0Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$0Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$500,000Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$250,000Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
