uncommonpre-1900

50 Centavos Mexico 1874 Eagle Issue

Name: 50 Centavos Mexico 1874 Eagle Issue
Brand: Mexico
Availability: InStock

Mexico · 1875 · 50 centavos

A 50 centavos stamp from Mexico featuring the national coat of arms depicting an eagle devouring a snake, with 'MEXICO' at the top and '50 CENTAVOS' at the bottom.

This stamp is part of the 1874 definitive issue, reflecting Mexico's national identity during the late 19th century, possibly with a district overprint indicating its point of sale.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

national-symbol eagle definitive

Catalog Numbers

yvert59(A)

michel100yI

Image: ABN, New York · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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