commonpre-1900

Peru 1890 Postage Due 1 Centavo

Name: Peru 1890 Postage Due 1 Centavo
Brand: Peru

Peru · 1890 · 1 Centavo

This stamp is part of Peru's 1890 postage due series. The design is purely functional, featuring the denomination '1' prominently within a central oval, surrounded by ornate scrollwork. The inscriptions 'PERU' and 'CENTAVO' are placed at the top and bottom, respectively, clearly indicating its purpose and origin.

Issued during a period of economic recovery and political stabilization in Peru, these postage due stamps were essential for collecting unpaid or underpaid postage, ensuring the postal system's financial viability.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

postage-due numerals

Catalog Numbers

sgD10

scottJ10

michelP10

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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