Venezuela – back of the book issues

Official issues

 * In 1898, a bicolor design featuring the national arms was issued.
 * In 1899, surcharges were issued with "1899" and new values in magenta or violet.
 * In 1900, "1900" was overprinted in the upper corners.
 * In 1904, altered designs were issued, with side tablets of value added and with and "AMERICAN BANK NOTE CO." imprint.
 * In 1912, the coat of arms was changed notably with the stars removed. These were printed in Caracas.



Registration issues

 * In 1899, a Bolivar portrait design was issued with CERTIFICADO at top and at bottom.
 * In 1900, the previous stamp was overprinted with "RESELLADA" and "T C M" in a ribbon and branch. Error and shifts have been forged.



Special delivery issues

 * In 1949, a 30c red value was issued, inscribed EXPRESO and headed "E.E.U.U. DE VENEZUELA".
 * In 1961, a 30c orange stamps was issued with a large EXPRESO.

