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Mexico 1856 Hidalgo 1 Real Yellow
uncommonpre-1900

Mexico 1856 Hidalgo 1 Real Yellow

Mexico · 1856 · 1 real

The stamp features a left-facing portrait of Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, with 'MEXICO' at the top and 'UN REAL' at the bottom. It is a yellow stamp with a circular 'COLIMA' postmark.

This stamp is part of Mexico's first definitive issue, featuring Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a pivotal figure in the Mexican War of Independence. It represents an early period of postal service in independent Mexico.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

scott2

Image: Mexico Post · 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.