1899 U.S. Provisional for Cuba, 5 Centavos (U.S. Grant)
United States (for Cuba) · 1899 · 5 centavos
The stamp features a portrait of Ulysses S. Grant in an oval frame. It is overprinted diagonally with 'CUBA' and '5 CENTAVOS' for provisional use.
This provisional stamp was issued by the United States for use in Cuba following the Spanish-American War, during the period of U.S. military occupation. It reflects the administrative changes and currency adjustments in the newly occupied territory.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: U.S. government, printed for occupied Cuba, 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
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