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Portugal 1862 King Luis I 5 Reis Type II
uncommonpre-1900

Portugal 1862 King Luis I 5 Reis Type II

Portugal · 1862 · 5 Reis

This stamp features a profile portrait of King Luis I of Portugal, facing right, enclosed within a circular frame. The denomination '5 REIS' is prominently displayed at the bottom, with 'CORREIO' (Postage) at the top, all within an ornate rectangular design.

Issued during the reign of King Luis I, this stamp is part of Portugal's early definitive series, which marked a period of modernization in the country's postal services following the introduction of adhesive postage stamps.

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$150
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$120
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$60
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$30

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