S439 – Spain 1939 – General Franco – 45 Céntimos Red – Edifil 871 – MH
Object ID: S439. Country: Spain. Year: 1939. Catalogue: Edifil 871. Issue: General Franco Definitive Series. Denomination: 45 céntimos. Colour: Red (rojo). Condition: MH.
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
Bright red image with good overall centring and minor tooth irregularities. Large paper hinge remnant on upper reverse with minor adhesive/paper fibre disturbance.
Edifil catalogue and collection valuation
MNH catalogue €3.00; MH catalogue €2.00; Used catalogue €2.75. AllCollect appraisal: €1.30. Collection Grade: 3.5/5; Investment Grade: 1/5. Decision: KEEP / UPGRADE.
Perforation: line 10 (catalogue specification; not individually measured).
