Primera Madre Stamp Appraisal

Dominican Republic 'Primera Madre' Postage Stamp

This item is a vintage Dominican Republic postage stamp, issued in 1940, commemorating 'Primera Madre' (First Mother) as part of 'Día de las Madres' (Mother's Day). The stamp is characterized by its distinctive diamond shape and serrated, perforated edges, typical of postage stamps for easy separation. The dominant color scheme is a dark green and white, with the central vignette featuring a portrait of a woman, identified by the text 'JULIA MOLINA VDA. TRUJILLO'. The portrait is set within an oval frame, flanked on either side by decorative floral elements, possibly roses, in a lighter green shade. The top edge of the diamond bears the inscription 'REPUBLICA DOMINICANA', while the bottom edge reads 'PRIMERA MADRE' and 'DE LA REPUBLICA'. Below the central portrait, in smaller script, are the words 'DIA DE LAS MADRES' and the year '1940'. The denomination '1 C' (1 centavo) is visible in each of the two side corners of the diamond. The stamp is printed on paper and shows some signs of age, including slight discoloration and a lack of crispness in the image, suggesting it has been handled or stored for a considerable period. The printing quality appears to be standard for postal issues of its era, with a focus on clear governmental and commemorative text, as well as the central portrait. The visible perforations around the edges indicate it was once part of a larger sheet. This stamp represents a piece of Dominican philatelic history, marking a specific social and historical event.