Spain. 1882. King Alonso XII. 15 CÉNTIMOS PALE ORANGE. EDIFIL 210. Cancelled. S208

Spain. 1882. King Alonso XII. 15 CÉNTIMOS PALE ORANGE. EDIFIL 210. Cancelled. S208

SPAIN · 1882 · ALFONSO XII — 15 CÉNTIMOS PALE ORANGE

Identification

• Country: Spain
• Catalogue: EDIFIL 210
• Issue date: 1 January 1882
• Denomination: 15 céntimos
• Colour: Pale Orange (Naranja pálido)
• Printing: Typography
• Perforation: 14, comb
• Sheet format: 100 stamps
• Condition: Used

Condition & Examination

Pale orange impression consistent with the catalogue-listed shade. Good overall centring, largely complete perforations and a circular black postal cancellation crossing the portrait. The design remains legible. Reverse shows light age toning. No obvious major structural defects visible.

EDIFIL Catalogue Values

• Unused Normal: €8
• Unused Lujo: €14
• Used Normal: €1
• Used Lujo: €2
• On Cover: €6

Estimated Retail Value: €0.50–1.00
Collection Valuation: €1

Collection Grade: 3/5
Investment Grade: 1/5
Content Potential: 2/5

Decision: KEEP — Main Collection

Notes: The pale orange colour is characteristic of the issue and should not be treated as evidence of fading without further examination.