uncommon1900-1945

Uruguay 1927 Southern Lapwing Definitive Set

Name: Uruguay 1927 Southern Lapwing Definitive Set
Brand: Uruguay

Uruguay · 1927 · 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 20 Centesimos

This set of six definitive stamps from Uruguay, issued in 1927, features a central design of a Southern Lapwing (Vanellus chilensis), a common bird in the region. Each stamp is framed by an ornate border and includes the country name 'REPUBLICA ORIENTAL DEL URUGUAY' and its respective Centesimos denomination.

Definitive stamps like these served as the primary postage for everyday mail in Uruguay during the late 1920s, reflecting the nation's natural heritage through its depiction of local fauna.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

birds animals fauna definitive

Catalog Numbers

sg480-485

scott338-343

michel396-401

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$45

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$30

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$20

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$10

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.