uncommonpre-1900

Mexico 1856-1898 Classic Era Collection

Name: Mexico 1856-1898 Classic Era Collection
Brand: Mexico

Mexico · 1856 · Various

This collection features early postage stamps from Mexico, spanning the classic period from 1856 to 1898. The designs primarily consist of engraved portraits of historical figures, such as Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, and the Mexican coat of arms, an eagle devouring a snake.

These stamps represent Mexico's early postal history, from the Second Federal Republic through the Second Mexican Empire and the restored republic, a period of significant political transformation.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

classic-era portraits historical-figures coat-of-arms postage

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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

$250

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.

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