Spain. 1875. King Alfonso XII – Blue Framed Numbers on Backside, 1-100 on each sheet. 10 CÉNTIMOS BLUE. EDIFIL 164. Cancelled. S188

SPAIN · 1875 · ALFONSO XII — 10 CÉNTIMOS BLUE

EDIFIL: 164
Issue: 1 August 1875
Design: Portrait of King Alfonso XII facing right
Colour: Blue (Azul)
Printing: Typography · Perf. 14 comb
Condition: Used

Reverse Number: 46 — original blue typographic sheet-position number (número de posición en el pliego), printed within an ornamental patterned frame.

Examination: Blue impression with moderate centring. Heavy black cancellation obscuring much of the portrait. Some irregular and shortened perforations. Reverse printing clearly preserved; no obvious major paper damage.

EDIFIL Catalogue: €1 Used Normal / €2 Used Lujo.

Estimated Retail Value: €0.50–1.50
Collection Valuation: €1

Collection Grade: 2/5
Investment Grade: 1/5
Content Potential: 4/5

Collection Decision: REFERENCE / UPGRADE
Commercial Status: NOT FOR SALE

Reverse position number 46 confirmed by collector. Numbered-back printing is a standard characteristic of this issue.