Cordoba Stamps
Cordoba, a historical region now primarily associated with Argentina in South America, experienced a complex postal evolution following the dissolution of the Viceroyalty of the Río de la Plata. While not an independent sovereign issuer for most of its history, the region's postal administration was integrated into the unified Argentine national postal system after the mid-19th century.
- Issued stamps
- 1858–1858
- Region
- Americas, South America
- Currency
- ARS
- Languages
- Spanish
- Issuer type
- Historical postal administration
- Part of
- Argentina
About Cordoba stamps
Stamps issued for this area, when distinct issues existed during transitional periods, would have primarily featured Spanish, reflecting the dominant language of the region. The administrative history of Cordoba is marked by its early role as a significant interior province within the evolving Argentine state structure.
Further reading: Wikipedia
Inscriptions to look for
Words printed on the stamp that point to this issuer. Search any of them in the issuer directory.
- CORDOBA
How to identify Cordoba stamps
- Look for the distinctive hand-engraved design, often crude, featuring a central motif (e.g., a sun or shield) and the word 'CORDOBA'.
- Examine the paper type and watermarks (if any), as varieties exist.
- Pay attention to cancellations, which can be simple manuscript or handstamped.
Popular series
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First Provisional Issue
1858
The sole provisional issue of Cordoba, featuring a hand-engraved design and often found on various paper types.
Value overview
Typical ranges as orientation, not prices for a particular stamp. Condition, variety and demand decide the value of your copy; for current asking prices, check listings or the app.
- Common stamps
- $50–$200
- Scarce stamps
- $500–$5,000+
The 1858 provisional issue of Cordoba is highly sought after by collectors of Argentine classics. Values vary significantly based on condition, paper type, cancellations, and specific varieties. Unused examples are considerably rarer and more valuable than used ones. Forgeries are known to exist, so expertization is recommended for high-value items.
Catalogs. Cordoba stamps are listed in the major world catalogs: Scott, Michel and Stanley Gibbons. Catalog numbers and groupings differ between them; the Stamp Identifier app shows the numbers it can find for your stamp.
Questions about Cordoba stamps
Cordoba stamps refer to the provisional postal issues released by the province of Cordoba, Argentina, in 1858, prior to the full integration into the national Argentine postal system. These are considered classic issues of Argentine philately.
Yes, Cordoba stamps are generally considered valuable, especially in good condition or with rare varieties. The 1858 provisional issue is a key classic of Argentine philately, with common examples fetching tens to hundreds of dollars, and rare varieties or unused examples reaching thousands. Their historical significance and limited production contribute to their high value.
Cordoba stamps are identified by their unique hand-engraved design, typically featuring the name 'CORDOBA' and a central emblem. Due to their provisional nature, there can be variations in design and paper. The Stamp Identifier app can suggest the issue from a photo; confirm the catalog number, and ask an expert about anything valuable.
Cordoba stamps are listed in major international catalogs such as Scott (under Argentina, classic issues), Michel, and Stanley Gibbons. Specialized catalogs for Argentine philately will also provide detailed listings and varieties.
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