S440 – Spain 1939 – General Franco – 50 Céntimos Blue-black – Edifil 872 – MNH
Object ID: S440. Country: Spain. Year: 1939. Catalogue: Edifil 872. Issue: General Franco Definitive Series. Denomination: 50 céntimos. Colour: Blue-black (azul negruzco). Condition: MNH.
Historical context
Spanish definitive postage stamp portraying Francisco Franco beside the national coat of arms, issued in 1939 during the transition from the Spanish Civil War to the Franco regime. Lithographic design credited to Sánchez Toda.
Condition examination
Clear portrait and heraldic detail. Full original gum confirmed, with light age toning and no hinge marks seen. Perforations generally intact.
Edifil catalogue and collection valuation
MNH catalogue €0.50; MH catalogue €0.35; Used catalogue €0.25. AllCollect appraisal: €0.35. Collection Grade: 4/5; Investment Grade: 1/5. Decision: KEEP.
Perforation: line 10 (catalogue specification; not individually measured).
