uncommon1900-1945

Peru 1936 Surcharged 5 Centavos on 2 Centavos

Name: Peru 1936 Surcharged 5 Centavos on 2 Centavos
Brand: Peru
Availability: InStock

Peru · 1936 · S./ 0.05 Cts. on 2c

A blue definitive stamp featuring a portrait of a historical figure, surcharged vertically in black with 'Habilitado / S./ 0.05 Cts.'.

This surcharged stamp from 1936 indicates a provisional issue, likely due to a change in postal rates or a temporary shortage of stamps of the required denomination.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

definitive portrait provisional surcharge

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.