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Mexico Classic Era Stamp Collection (1856-1898)

Name: Mexico Classic Era Stamp Collection (1856-1898)
Brand: Mexico

Mexico · 1856 · Various

This collection spans the classic period of Mexican philately, beginning with the first issues featuring the portrait of Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla. It covers various designs and overprints from the Second Mexican Empire under Maximilian I to the restored Republic, showcasing the evolution of the country's postal system.

These stamps were issued during a tumultuous period in Mexican history, including the Reform War, the French intervention, the reign of Emperor Maximilian I, and the restored Republic under Benito Juárez and Porfirio Díaz.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

collection classic-era heads-of-state numeral coat-of-arms

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1,500

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1,000

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$600

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$300

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$100

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.