Italy year 1879 stamp – 25c King Umberto I MH
The 1879 25 Centesimi (25c) King Umberto I stamp marks the beginning of a new definitive series after the death of his father, Victor Emmanuel II.
Here are the details and key factors determining its value:
👑 The 1879 25c King Umberto I Issue
- Monarch: King Umberto I (Re Umberto I), who reigned from 1878 to 1900.
- Year of Issue: 1879.
- Design: Features the profile of King Umberto I, facing left. This is the first definitive series to bear his effigy.
- Denomination: 25 Centesimi (25c).
- Colour: Blue or Azure (Azzurro in Italian).
- Catalogue Number: Sassone #40 / Scott #34 / Stanley Gibbons #34.
- Watermark: Crown (Corona).
💰 Value and Condition
The 25c Blue is generally a collectible stamp but its value is highly variable, ranging from inexpensive to a significant rarity, depending entirely on its condition and whether it’s used or unused.
| Condition | Sassone Catalogue Value (CV) | Estimated Market Price |
| Used (Canceled) | €6 – €10.50 | $3 – $10 (Common and easily found) |
| Mint Hinged (MH) | €500 – €700 | $50 – $150 (Often found with hinge marks) |
| Mint Never Hinged (MNH) | €4,500 – €13,750+ | $1,000 – $4,000+ (Requires superb centering/condition) |
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.