Uruguay "Soles de Montevideo" (Suns of Montevideo)
Uruguay · 1859 · 120 Centesimos
This stamp, known as the "Sol de Montevideo" or "Sun of Montevideo," is one of the first postage stamps issued by Uruguay. The design features a radiant sun with a human face, a national emblem representing the May Revolution of 1810. This iconic issue is celebrated for its simple yet powerful design and its place in early South American postal history.
Issued in 1859, this stamp was part of Uruguay's second series, following the "Diligencia" issues. It represents the establishment of a standardized national postal system in the young republic.
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