Old Mexican Stamps Appraisal

Correos Mexico 10 Centavos Antonio D. Mendoza Commemorative Stamp

This is a vintage Mexican postage stamp, denominated at 10 Centavos, issued in 1939 to commemorate the 400th anniversary (IV Centenario) of the establishment of printing in Mexico, which was also the first in America. The stamp features a portrait of Antonio de Mendoza, who was the first Viceroy of New Spain. The dominant color palette is a reddish-brown for the portrait and text, printed against a light, off-white or cream-colored paper background. The stamp exhibits classic perforated edges, typical of postage stamps for separation from a sheet. The portrait of Antonio de Mendoza depicts him with a beard and wearing a wide, flattened hat, indicative of the attire of his era. The text 'CORREOS MEXICO 10 CENTAVOS' is prominently displayed at the top, while 'Antonio D. Mendoza' is written in a cursive script below the portrait. Further details at the bottom read '1539 CONMEMORATIVO 1939' and 'IV Centenario de la Imprenta en México, primera en América'. The stamp appears to be in used condition, showing some signs of wear and slight discoloration consistent with age, particularly around the edges and potentially general handling. There might be some subtle smudging or ink transfer from other stamps, given the context of it being part of a collection. The printing quality indicates a standard level of craftsmanship for philatelic items of that period, with clear text and a well-defined portrait. The perforations are largely intact but may show minor irregularities. The surface texture appears matte, typical of paper stamps.