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Uruguay 1977 Airmail: 100th Anniversary of the First Postage Stamp
common1945-1980

Uruguay 1977 Airmail: 100th Anniversary of the First Postage Stamp

Uruguay · 1977 · N$ 1.50

This airmail stamp commemorates the 100th anniversary of Uruguay's first postage stamp. The design features a 'stamp-on-stamp' motif, showcasing the original 1856 'Diligencia' (Stagecoach) issue, which was a provisional stamp used for internal mail routes.

Issued in 1977, this stamp honors a key milestone in Uruguayan postal history, celebrating the nation's entry into the world of philately with its iconic first issue.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg1619
scottC461
michel1317

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1
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.