Mexico, 1861, 4 Reales, Black on Yellowish Paper, Eagle

Mexico · 1861 · 4 Reales

This classic stamp from Mexico's Second Republic period features the national coat of arms, a prominent eagle clutching a snake in its beak while perched on a cactus. The design is finely engraved in black ink on a distinct yellowish paper, with the denomination 'CUATRO REALES' inscribed at the bottom.

Issued in 1861, this stamp belongs to the first definitive series of Mexico. This period was marked by significant political turmoil, preceding the French intervention and the establishment of the Second Mexican Empire.