uncommon1900-1945

Panama Overprinted for Canal Zone, 2c Carmine Rose

Name: Panama Overprinted for Canal Zone, 2c Carmine Rose
Brand: Canal Zone

Canal Zone · 1904 · 2c

This stamp is a definitive issue from Panama, Scott #79, overprinted with 'CANAL ZONE' in black ink. The original design features a map of the Isthmus of Panama, highlighting the route of the future canal, flanked by the coats of arms of Panama and Colombia.

Issued shortly after the Hay–Bunau-Varilla Treaty of 1903 granted the United States rights to build and administer the Panama Canal, these overprinted Panamanian stamps were the first postage used in the newly established Canal Zone.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

overprint maps panama

Catalog Numbers

scott1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$25

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$15

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$10

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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