CORREOS MEXICO 5 CENTAVOS Commemorative Stamp: First Printing Press in America

This item is a Mexican commemorative postage stamp, denominated at 5 Centavos. The stamp features a detailed illustration of a building, presumably the 'CASA EN LA QUE SE ESTABLECIO PRIMER IMPRENTA EN AMERICA' (The house where the first printing press in America was established). The building depicted has a classical architectural style, with a prominent domed structure on top, multiple windows, and a corner perspective that highlights its multi-story design. The colors are predominantly shades of green and black ink on a light, possibly off-white or cream-colored paper. The stamp's edges show perforations, indicating it was separated from a sheet of stamps. \r\n\r\nNotable textual elements include 'CORREOS MEXICO' at the top, followed by '5 CENTAVOS'. Below the building illustration, the text '1539 CONMEMORATIVO 1939' is clearly visible, signifying a commemorative issue released in 1939 to mark the 400th anniversary (IV Centenario) of the first printing press in Mexico, which was also the first in America. The phrase 'IV Centenario de la Imprenta en México, primera en América' reiterates this theme. \r\n\r\nCondition-wise, the stamp shows signs of use. There is a prominent dark black cancellation mark partially obscuring the left side of the building illustration and extending over the text 'CASA EN LA QUE SE ESTABLECIO'. This cancellation mark indicates that the stamp has been used for postal service. The paper appears slightly aged, with possible discoloration consistent with its age. Some minor wear and tear might be present along the perforations, typical for a used stamp. The print quality appears to be good, with fine details rendered in the illustration and legible text, despite the cancellation. The overall aesthetic suggests a collectible item of historical significance.