common1945-1980

Paraguay 1970 Christmas - 'The Adoration of the Shepherds' by Murillo

Name: Paraguay 1970 Christmas - 'The Adoration of the Shepherds' by Murillo
Brand: Paraguay

Paraguay · 1970 · 10 G.

This stamp commemorates Christmas 1970, featuring a detailed reproduction of 'The Adoration of the Shepherds,' a famous painting by the Spanish Baroque artist Bartolomé Esteban Murillo. The artwork depicts the nativity scene with shepherds gathering to worship the infant Jesus, rendered in rich, warm colors. The stamp is inscribed 'NAVIDAD 1970' and 'PARAGUAY' along with the denomination.

Issued during the long-standing presidency of Alfredo Stroessner, this stamp reflects a common practice of using classic European religious art for Christmas issues, appealing to the country's predominantly Catholic population.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

christmas religion art painting nativity

Catalog Numbers

sg1391

scott1236

michel1328

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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