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Paraguay 1886 Official Stamp, Coat of Arms
uncommonpre-1900

Paraguay 1886 Official Stamp, Coat of Arms

Paraguay · 1886 · 1c

This stamp is part of Paraguay's first series of official stamps, intended for government use. The design features the national coat of arms, which includes a lion seated beside a staff topped with a Phrygian cap, a symbol of liberty. The inscription 'OFICIAL' is prominently displayed at the top.

Issued in 1886, this stamp reflects the period of reconstruction and state-building in Paraguay following the devastating War of the Triple Alliance (1864-1870). The creation of official stamps helped formalize and control government correspondence.

Printing Method

Typography

Catalog Numbers

sgO1
scottO1
michelD1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$25
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$15
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$8
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$4
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1

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

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