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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

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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.