Uruguay, Artigas 'Soles de Montevideo' Definitives

Uruguay · 1866 · 1c

This stamp is part of the 'Soles de Montevideo' (Suns of Montevideo) series, featuring a portrait of General José Gervasio Artigas, a national hero of Uruguay. The design is framed by an ornate pattern with the prominent 'Sun of May' symbol at the top, a national emblem representing the May Revolution.

Issued in 1866, this definitive series replaced earlier, more crudely printed issues and established a more refined and consistent design for Uruguay's postage, reflecting a period of growing national identity.