Mexico 1940 Vasco de Quiroga 2 Centenario Stamp

This item is a vintage Mexican postage stamp issued in 1940. It commemorates the 400th anniversary of the founding of the Colegio de San Nicolás de Hidalgo, the oldest college in America, by Vasco de Quiroga. The stamp features a central vignette of Vasco de Quiroga, depicted as a clergyman, wearing ecclesiastical robes and a cross pendant, holding a book and a staff. He is rendered in a monochromatic, possibly deep purple or sepia ink, against a light background, suggesting an engraving or lithographic printing process. Above him, the dates '1540' and '1940' mark the commemorative period. The top border reads 'CORREOS MEXICO'. Below the portrait, his name 'Vasco de Quiroga, fundador del Colegio' is inscribed in a cursive script. The lower portion of the stamp details the commemoration: 'IV CENTENARIO DEL PRIMITIVO Y NACIONAL COLEGIO DE SAN NICOLAS DE HIDALGO, EL MAS ANTIGUO DE AMERICA'. The denomination '2 CENT' is clearly visible in the lower right corner. The stamp exhibits classic perforation around its edges, indicating it is unused or removed from an envelope, and shows slight corner rounding and minor edge wear consistent with its age and possible handling. The paper appears to be an off-white or cream color, and the printing quality is fine, with clear lines and text, representing good craftsmanship for its era. The stamp's condition suggests it has been preserved reasonably well for its age, with no apparent major tears or significant creasing, though some light discoloration may be present.