Macao – Scott # 329, used
Macao Scott #329 (1953), 20 avos pictorial definitive depicting Colina de S. Jerónimo. Portuguese colonial issue featuring a scenic hillside view. Used example with visible cancellation.
Description
Issued in 1953, Macao Scott #329 is a pictorial definitive stamp depicting the Colina de S. Jerónimo (St. Jerome’s Hill), a scenic elevated viewpoint overlooking the Macao peninsula. Produced under Portuguese administration, the issue reflects mid-20th-century efforts to highlight local landscapes and landmarks rather than imperial portraiture.
The design presents a sweeping hillside view rendered in finely engraved lines, with layered terrain and architectural elements conveying depth and atmosphere. The composition balances natural scenery with human presence, emphasizing Macao’s distinctive blend of coastal geography and colonial-era development. The inscription “COLINA DE S. JERONIMO” appears at lower left, while “MACAU” and the denomination are clearly framed at right.
Printed in blue tones, the 20 avos denomination places this stamp within the regular definitive series used for everyday postal needs. The engraving style and restrained palette are characteristic of Portuguese colonial issues of the period, prioritizing clarity and durability in circulation.
This example is offered used, bearing a clear cancellation consistent with postal use. The stamp remains structurally sound, with intact perforations and strong design detail visible throughout.
Country: Macao
Year of Issue: 1953
Scott Number: 329
Denomination: 20 avos
Condition: Used
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