uncommonpre-1900

Uruguay 1892 3 Centesimos Letter Card

Name: Uruguay 1892 3 Centesimos Letter Card
Brand: Uruguay

Uruguay · 1892 · 3 Centesimos

This 1892 Uruguayan letter card features the national coat of arms in a rectangular frame, flanked by the denomination '3' and 'CENTESIMOS' below. A decorative banner across the top reads 'TARJETA EPISTOLAR', meaning 'Letter Card', all printed in violet on buff paper.

Letter cards were a popular form of postal stationery in the late 19th century, offering a convenient and pre-paid method for sending messages without needing a separate envelope or stamp. This issue reflects Uruguay's participation in the global postal system, providing an affordable communication option for its citizens.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

postal-stationery coat-of-arms postage

Catalog Numbers

sgSUC5

scottSUC5

michelU5

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$30

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$20

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$15

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

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.