uncommonpre-1900

Mexico 1874 Federal Contribution Revenue, 13 Centavos

Name: Mexico 1874 Federal Contribution Revenue, 13 Centavos
Brand: Mexico
Availability: InStock

Mexico · 1874 · 13 centavos

The stamp features the Mexican coat of arms, an eagle perched on a cactus devouring a snake, within an oval frame. It is inscribed 'MEXICO', 'CONTRIBUCION FEDERAL', 'DISTRITO FEDERAL', and '13 CENTAVOS'.

This stamp was issued in 1874 as a federal contribution revenue stamp, specifically for use in Mexico City (Distrito Federal), signifying a tax or fee collected by the Mexican government during that period.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

revenue tax government national-emblem

Image: Mexican government · 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.