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uncommon1945-1980
Peru 1957 Airmail with Melbourne 1956 Overprint
Peru · 1957 · S/. 2.00
The stamp features an airplane flying over a globe, with 'CORREO AEREO' and 'PERU' text. It bears a black overprint 'MELBOURNE 1956' on a previous issue.
This stamp likely commemorates a special airmail service or event related to the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games, indicated by the overprint on an existing airmail issue.
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.
