Spain. 1854. Coat of Arms. Official Service — ½ Onza — Black on Yellow. EDIFIL 28. MH. S146

SPAIN — 1854 — Official Service — ½ Onza — Black on Yellow

• EDIFIL: 28
• Issue Date: 1 July 1854
• Issue: Servicio Oficial / Correo Oficial
• Design: Spanish Royal Coat of Arms
• Denomination: Media Onza (½ ounce, weight designation)
• Printing: Typography
• Paper: Thick, bright yellow coloured paper
• Perforation: Imperforate (Sin dentar)
• Condition: MH — Mint Hinged
• Gum: Original gum preserved in areas not affected by former hinges; disturbed elsewhere
• Cancellation: None
• Margins: Four good margins
• Centring: Very Fine
• Colour & Printing: Bright yellow paper, strong black impression, well-defined details
• Reverse: Hinge traces and localised surface disturbance near left edge
• Overall Grade: Fine–Very Fine MH
• EDIFIL Catalogue Value: €2 (Normal unused), €3 (Lujo unused)
• Estimated Retail Value: €1.50–3
• AllCollect Valuation: €2
• Collection Grade: 3/5
• Investment Grade: 1/5
• Content Potential: 4/5 — Early Spanish official mail, weight denominations and typography on coloured paper
• Decision: KEEP — Main Collection
• Upgrade Priority: Low
• Printed Examination Card: Not required