uncommonpre-1900

Peru 1884 5 Centavos Lima Issue Overprint

Name: Peru 1884 5 Centavos Lima Issue Overprint
Brand: Peru
Availability: InStock

Peru · 1884 · 5 Centavos

The stamp features the Coat of Arms of Peru flanked by national flags, with 'PERU' at the top and '5 CENTAVOS' at the bottom. It bears a diagonal black overprint of 'LIMA'.

Issued during the aftermath of the War of the Pacific, this 'Lima issue' overprint served as a provisional stamp for the city, indicating a period of disrupted national postal services.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

coat-of-arms flags overprint local-issue

Catalog Numbers

scott103

Image: Post of Peru · 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.