uncommon1945-1980

Peru 1949 'Habilitada' Overprint 15c on 70c with 'Tie on Neck' Variety

Name: Peru 1949 'Habilitada' Overprint 15c on 70c with 'Tie on Neck' Variety
Brand: Peru

Peru · 1949 · 15 centavos on 70 centavos

A 1949 Peruvian stamp, originally issued in 1938, featuring a portrait design. It is overprinted vertically in black with 'Habilitada' and a new value of 15 centavos on 70 centavos. This specific example exhibits the 'tie on neck' variety (BU A79a).

The 'Habilitada' overprint likely indicates a revalidation of existing stamp stock due to changes in postal rates or regulations in post-WWII Peru, allowing older issues to be used with updated values.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

portrait historical-figure overprint

Catalog Numbers

bustamanteA79a

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$30

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$20

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$15

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$10

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.