Spain – 1868-74 issues

The 1868 Glorious Revolution removed Isabella II from the throne. A provisional government was installed. In 1872, the monarchy was restored. 
 * Obsolete Isabella II stamps were overprinted by various regions at this time in various styles, reading "HABILITADO POR LA NACION" or "Habilitado por la Junta Revolucionaria" (Asturias).
 * In 1870, the Duke de la Torre Regency issue featured the allegorical image of España.
 * Beginning in 1872, a new series featuring portraits King Amadeo was issued, three-quarter view for the centavo values and profile views for the peso values. This included a small ¼c value in ultramarine and a 2c numeral design.
 * However in 1873, a republic was established with a ¼c now in green and with a different crown. Higher values showed an image of a seated España.
 * In 1874, a 10c red brown stamp headed COMMUNICACIONES was issued. Other values were not issued for postal purposes.

