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Venezuela 1959 25c Airmail, Simon Bolivar

Venezuela · 1959 · 25c

This airmail stamp features a portrait of Simón Bolívar, the Venezuelan military and political leader who was instrumental in the independence of several South American countries from the Spanish Empire. The design is simple and elegant, focusing on the iconic image of 'El Libertador' against a solid dark background, with the denomination and country name clearly displayed.

Issued in 1959, this stamp was part of a definitive airmail series during a period of political transition in Venezuela following the end of the military dictatorship of Marcos Pérez Jiménez the previous year.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

scottC741

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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.