Puerto Rico 1899 Provisional Overprints
United States · 1899 · 1 cent
Two US definitive stamps, one 1-cent Benjamin Franklin and one 2-cent George Washington, overprinted 'PUERTO RICO' and their respective new denominations for provisional use during the US military intervention.
These provisional stamps were issued by the United States for use in Puerto Rico following the Spanish-American War, reflecting the transition of sovereignty and the establishment of US postal administration on the island in 1899.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: U.S. government, printed for occupied Puerto Rico, 1899 · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
