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Train in Mountains, Peru
uncommon1900-1945

Train in Mountains, Peru

Peru · 1937 · 50 Centavos

The stamp depicts a steam train traveling through a rugged mountain landscape, with a river or valley below.

Issued in 1937, this stamp likely commemorates Peru's significant railway infrastructure, particularly its challenging mountain lines like the Central Railway, which connected coastal areas to the Andes.

Printing Method

Engraved

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.