Peru 1909 Manco Cápac, Founder of the Inca Empire

Peru · 1909 · 1c (Un Centavo)

This stamp features a portrait of Manco Cápac, the legendary first Sapa Inca of the Kingdom of Cusco and a central figure in Inca mythology. He is depicted wearing traditional Inca regalia, including a distinctive headdress. The design is framed by intricate patterns inspired by pre-Columbian art.

Issued in the early 20th century, this definitive series celebrated Peru's rich indigenous heritage and the legacy of the Inca Empire, fostering a sense of national identity.