Mexico 1856-1898 Collection

Mexico · 1856 · Various

This collection represents the classic period of Mexican philately, spanning from the first issues of 1856 through the end of the 19th century. The stamps typically feature engraved portraits of historical figures, such as Miguel Hidalgo, and the Mexican coat of arms, often with distinctive district overprints used for postal control.

These stamps were issued during a tumultuous period in Mexican history, including the Second French Intervention and the restored republic, with the postal system's overprints reflecting the government's efforts to maintain control and prevent theft.