uncommon1900-1945

Mexico 1919 Express Mail 5 Centavos

Name: Mexico 1919 Express Mail 5 Centavos
Brand: Mexico
Availability: InStock

Mexico · 1919 · 5 Centavos

A green stamp featuring the Mexican coat of arms, an eagle perched on a cactus devouring a snake, with 'MEXICO' at the top and '5 CENTAVOS' at the bottom.

Issued for express mail services in Mexico in 1919, this stamp reflects the country's efforts to maintain and develop its postal infrastructure during the post-revolutionary period.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

postal-service national-emblem

Catalog Numbers

scottE1

Image: Government of Mexico · 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.