Peru 1870 5c Trencito Stamp

Peru · 1870 · 5c

The stamp features a small steam locomotive and tender, with 'PERU' inscribed at the top and '5 CENTAVOS' at the bottom.

Issued in 1870, this stamp is part of Peru's early definitive series and is particularly notable for being extensively forged, making the identification of genuine examples a challenge for collectors.