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uncommonpre-1900
Mexico 1880 1 Peso Revenue Stamp, Vicente Guerrero
Mexico · 1880 · 1 peso
The stamp features a central oval portrait of Vicente Guerrero, surrounded by the country name, denomination, and 'TIMBRE DE RENTAS'. It also bears a district overprint 'VILLA-LERDO'.
Issued in 1880, this revenue stamp reflects Mexico's administrative and financial systems post-independence, used for taxing documents. The depiction of Vicente Guerrero honors a pivotal figure in the nation's struggle for independence and early republic.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: Government of Mexico · License: Public domain
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