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| Paraguay #1 |
Imperforate, no watermark, lithographed.
Printed by Roberto Lange in Buenos Aires.
| Description | # printed | # remainder | Sc | SG | Mi | Y&T | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 real rose |
20,000 | 9,000 | 1 | 1, 1a | SG1a Bright rose | ||
2 reales blue |
8,000 | ? | 2 | 2 | |||
3 reales black |
4,000 | ? | 3 | 3 |
All issue quantities are approximate.
Earliest known use is August 28, 1870.
According to Revista Filatelica Paraguaya it is estimated that only 877 copies of the 3 reales exist today.
You may consult Joe Hahn's article on the stamps of Paraguay in First Issues, vol. 8 no. 3 page 5, for more information on these interesting stamps.
You should definitely have a look at Paraguay Handbook, also by Joe Hahn, if you want detailed information on this issue and many more.
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