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uncommon1945-1980
Huancayo Tourist Hotel with UPU Overprint
Peru · 1951 · S/. 1.00
The stamp features an illustration of the Huancayo Tourist Hotel, overprinted in black with 'U.P.U. 1874-1949'.
This stamp commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU), an international organization that coordinates postal policies. The base stamp, depicting a tourist hotel, was previously unissued before this commemorative overprint.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: Post of Peru · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$300Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$180Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$100Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$50Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$20Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
