Uruguay 1954 Artigas Definitives

Uruguay · 1954 · 1c, 2c, 3c, 5c

This definitive series features a portrait of José Gervasio Artigas, a revered national hero of Uruguay. Known as the "father of Uruguayan nationhood," his image is a recurring and patriotic theme on the country's postage. The set consists of four low-value denominations, each printed in a distinct single color.

Issued in the mid-1950s, this series reflects a period of relative political stability and economic prosperity in Uruguay, often referred to as the "Switzerland of America," before the economic and political turmoil that began in the following decade.