Postal Máximo Joaquim Caetano

 

Stamp: Brazil – “Brasil‑Correio” – 1,50 cruzeiros – reddish‑brown – Issue date: 1958

The stamp commemorates Joaquim Caetano da Silva, featuring a finely engraved portrait and ornamental frame typical of Brazilian commemorative issues of the late 1950s, printed in reddish‑brown with the denomination shown at the bottom.

Postmark: Niterói (RJ) – First Day of Issue circular commemorative postmark – Date: 20 September 1958

Postcard: Monochrome printed commemorative postcard depicting Joaquim Caetano da Silva

Printed in sepia tone with an ornate border and bearing an inscription identifying Joaquim Caetano da Silva, the Brazilian historian known for his studies on the origins and early geography of the Amazon region.

Concordance

Thematic: Full thematic concordance. The stamp honors Joaquim Caetano da Silva, and the postcard likewise presents his portrait and printed identification. The First Day commemorative cancellation corresponds to the same figure. All three elements—stamp, postmark, and postcard—are devoted exclusively to Joaquim Caetano da Silva, forming a complete thematic unity.

Geographic: Perfect geographic concordance. All components originate from Brazil. The First Day cancel from Niterói (RJ) is geographically aligned with the national scope of the commemorative issue and with the Brazilian subject represented on both stamp and postcard. This establishes a coherent geographic link between the issuing authority, the cancellation site, and the illustrated figure.

Temporal: Strong temporal concordance. The postmark is dated 20 September 1958, the official First Day of Issue for the commemorative stamp. The alignment between the stamp’s release date, the corresponding First Day cancellation, and the matching postcard creates a precise and historically authentic temporal relationship.

Postal Máximo José Carlos do Patrocínio

 

Stamp: Brazil – “Brasil‑Correio” – 60 cruzeiros – blue‑green – Issue date: 1953

The stamp features an allegorical composition typical of mid‑20th‑century Brazilian commemorative designs, printed in blue‑green with the denomination “CTS 60”.

Postmark: Campos (RJ) – First Day of Issue circular commemorative postmark – Date: 9 October 1953

Postcard: Monochrome printed commemorative postcard dedicated to José Carlos do Patrocínio

Printed in sepia tone.

Concordance

Thematic: Full thematic concordance. The stamp is a Brazilian commemorative issue from the centennial year, while both the postcard and the First Day cancellation explicitly honor José do Patrocínio, one of the leading figures of the Brazilian abolitionist movement. All three components—stamp, postmark, and postcard—focus exclusively on the same historical figure, forming a unified thematic tribute.

Geographic: Perfect geographic concordance. All elements originate from Brazil. The First Day cancellation from Campos (RJ) corresponds to the region historically linked to Patrocínio, while the stamp and postcard are likewise Brazilian. This establishes a coherent and direct geographic connection between the issuing authority, the cancellation site, and the illustrated subject.

Temporal: Strong temporal concordance. The postmark is dated 9 October 1953, the official First Day of Issue and the centenary year of José do Patrocínio’s birth (1853). The use of the commemorative stamp on its release day, combined with a matching centennial postmark, provides a historically authentic and temporally precise alignment.

Maxicard Campaign Against Leprosy - Padre Bento

 

Yt:BR 669

Stamp: Brazil, 1958. Postal tax (or commemorative) stamp from the series "Preservation of Children Against Hansen's Disease" (Leprosy). The design features a bust of Father Bento (Bento Dias Pacheco), known as the apostle to the lepers. Face value of 10 centavos, printed in green. (Issued: 24/11/1958)

Postmark: First Day of Issue (FDC) commemorative postmark, dated November 24, 1958. Applied in Rio de Janeiro - D.F. (Federal District). The circular cancellation features a geometric border design and the central "CORREIOS" inscription.

Postcard: Illustrated postcard in blue tones, reproducing a portrait of Father Bento Dias Pacheco. The image focuses on the subject's face, depicting him with a beard and clerical attire. (Edition unknown)

Concordance (Maximum Card Trilogy)

Thematic: Perfect. There is absolute harmony between the stamp, the postmark, and the postcard illustration, all dedicated to Father Bento and the campaign against Hansen's disease.

Geographic: Coherent. The postmark was applied in Rio de Janeiro, the then-capital and administrative center of the Brazilian Post, validating the national issue.

Temporal: Exact. The cancellation date strictly coincides with the first day of the stamp's circulation (11/24/1958), fulfilling the requirement for maximum simultaneity.

Postal Máximo Padre Manuel da Nobrega

 

Yt:BR 477

Stamp: Brazil, 1949. Commemorative issue for the "4th Centenary of the Founding of the City of Salvador and the General Government." The design features a profile bust of Father Manuel da Nóbrega, alongside the Jesuit monogram "IHS." Face value of 60 centavos, printed in violet. (Issued: 29/03/1949)

Postmark: Salvador - Circular date cancellation Postal service from "ENTREGA E COLETA - R.A. - BA" (Delivery and Picking), dated May 30, 1954. (DR - BA is an acronym identifying the Regional Directorate of Bahia, an office headquartered in the city of Salvador, capital of the state of Bahia. The abbreviation "DR" stands for Regional Directorate, while "BA" refers to the federative unit of Bahia).

Postcard: Sepia-toned postcard reproducing a bass-relief of Fr. Manuel da Nóbrega, captioned "Founder of São Paulo." The original artwork is signed by "F. Franco sculpsit" (Francisco Franco). Edition unknown

Concordance (Maximum Card Trilogy)

Thematic: Perfect. There is absolute convergence between Father Manuel da Nóbrega's effigy on the stamp, his sculptural representation on the postcard, and the historical significance of the figure in the founding of both Salvador and São Paulo.

Geographic: Coherent. The stamp celebrates the founding of Salvador, and the postal service postmark was applied in the same city, linking the seat of the General Government to the honoree.

Temporal: Compatible. The 1949 stamp was used with a 1954 postmark, a period when the stamp remained postally valid and circulated during the celebrations of the 4th Centenary of São Paulo, a city also founded by Nóbrega.

Postal máximo Jubileu Sacre Coeur Brasil

 

Yt: BR 701 / Scott: BR 916

Stamp: Brazil, 1961. Commemorative issue for the "50th Anniversary of the Sacré-Coeur de Marie Colleges in Brazil." The design features a map of Brazil in the background, overlaid by an open book bearing the congregation's coat of arms. Face value of 2.50 cruzeiros, printed in blue. (Issued in 13/03/1961)

Postmark: Special event or First Day of Issue (FDI) pictorial cancellation, dated March 31, 1961. Stamped in Rio de Janeiro (Guanabara). The postmark design reproduces the institute’s emblem: the Heart of Mary encircled by flames and thorns, topped by a cross and flanked by the Latin motto "SPES SALUS CONSOLATIO NOSTRA".

Postcard: Illustrated postcard reproducing the religious iconography of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. The image shows a medium shot of the Virgin Mary in traditional attire (red tunic and blue mantle), pointing towards her radiant heart. (Edition unknown)

Concordance (Maximum Card Trilogy)

Thematic: Perfect. The stamp, the postmark, and the postcard illustration strictly converge on the same theme: the Sacred Heart of Mary congregation and its devotional symbolism.

Geographic: Coherent. The postmark was applied in Rio de Janeiro, one of the primary centers for the order's colleges in Brazil.

Temporal: Exact. The cancellation date (03/31/1961) aligns with the issue period and the institution's golden jubilee celebrations.

Postal Máximo Cristo Rei

 

Yt:BR 686

Edition Foto Postal Colombo

Postal Máximo Padroeira do Brasil

 

Yt:BR 587

Stamp: Brazil, 1954. Commemorative issue for the "Centenary of the Proclamation of the Dogma of the Immaculate Conception and Marian Year". Face value of 1.20 cruzeiros, printed in blue. (Issued on 08/12/1954)

Postmark: First day pictorial cancellation, dated September 8, 1954. Stamped in Rio de Janeiro (Distrito Federal). The postmark design is circular, bearing the inscription "PADROEIRA DO BRASIL - CENTENÁRIO DA PROCLAMAÇÃO DA IMACULADA CONCEIÇÃO DE NOSSA SENHORA" and a stylized representation of the imperial crown surrounded by radiants.

Postcard: Illustrated postcard reproducing the religious iconography of the Immaculate Conception. The image shows a full-length depiction of the Virgin Mary in traditional attire (pink tunic and blue mantle), standing on clouds and surrounded by cherubs under a starry sky. (Edition Cromocart)

Concordance

Thematic: Perfect. The stamp, the postmark, and the postcard illustration strictly converge on the same theme: the dogmatic celebration and devotion to the Immaculate Conception.

Geographic: Coherent. The postmark was applied in Rio de Janeiro, then the federal capital and center for the Marian Year celebrations in Brazil.

Temporal: Exact. The use of a First Day Cancellation (09/08/1954) enhances the piece, fulfilling the highest standard of temporal concordance in Maximaphily.

Postal Máximo Madre Joana Angélica de Jesus

 

Yt:BR 815

Stamp: Brazil – Correios – Commemorative stamp issued for the Homenagem à Madre Joana Angélica de Jesus, honoring her historical role as one of the earliest Brazilian martyrs associated with the Independence movement. The design presents the stylized figure of Madre Joana Angélica wearing her religious habit, rendered in blue tones against a light background. Issued on 3 May 1967, the stamp forms part of a postal tribute to significant national figures from Brazil’s colonial and independence-era history.

Postmark: Guanabara – Primeiro Dia de Circulação – Circular first‑day cancellation dated 3 MAI 67, inscribed with “CORREIOS – GB,” marking the official debut of the stamp issue. The cancellation confirms its postal use on the exact day of release and is characteristic of Brazilian first‑day commemorative obliterations of the 1960s.

A second cancellation, also dated 3 de Maio de 1967, features an illustrated homage to Madre Joana Angélica, with decorative stars and a depiction of the religious figure, reinforcing the thematic and ceremonial purpose of the issue.

Postcard: Cream‑toned first‑day postcard reproducing an engraved representation of Madre Joana Angélica de Jesus, shown in her religious habit and framed within an oval border. The illustration is executed in a blue line‑drawing style typical of mid‑20th‑century commemorative Brazilian philatelic artwork. The lower inscription identifies her as the “Primeira Heroína da Independência do Brasil,” highlighting her historical relevance. The postcard was produced as part of a coordinated philatelic tribute, with edition unkown.

Concordance

Thematic: There is complete thematic concordance among all components. The stamp, both postmarks, and the postcard illustration are dedicated to the same historical figure—Madre Joana Angélica de Jesus - celebrating her symbolic role in Brazil’s struggle for independence. The unified religious and patriotic iconography establishes a cohesive thematic identity throughout the piece.

Geographic: Geographic coherence is fully preserved. The stamp is of Brazilian origin, and both cancellations were applied in Guanabara, the issuing authority for first‑day material at the time. Although the postcard’s printing reference indicates a French atelier, its subject, purpose, and postal use are entirely Brazilian, ensuring geographic unity in meaning and circulation.

Temporal: Temporal concordance is exact. The cancellations dated 3 May 1967 coincide perfectly with the official issue date of the commemorative stamp, confirming first‑day use. The postcard design corresponds to the same commemorative release, and all elements align within the same historical and postal timeframe.

Postal Máximo Centenário da Educação do cego no Brasil - Benjamin Constant

 

YT:588

Stamp: Brazil – commemorative stamp “Centenário da Educação do Cego no Brasil”, value 60 cts, issued on 27.09.1954. The design features an allegorical composition representing blind education, the inscription “BRASIL‑CORREIO”, the denomination expressed in centavos, and a finely engraved scene typical of Brazilian commemorative issues of the period.

Postmark: Rio de Janeiro – circular commemorative cancellation dated 27 SET 54, bearing the inscription “CENTENÁRIO DA EDUCAÇÃO DO CEGO NO BRASIL – CORREIOS – RIO DE JANEIRO”. It is a special‑event cancellation marking the national centenary celebrations, consistent with the commemorative postal practices of mid‑20th‑century Brazil.

Postcard: Beige postcard with monochrome brown‑orange printing, depicting a stylised portrait in engraved artistic style associated with the historical context of blind education in Brazil.

The paper shows the texture and tonality typical of Brazilian printings from the mid‑20th century.

Concordance

– Thematic:

The commemorative stamp represents the Centenary of Blind Education in Brazil, presenting allegorical imagery directly tied to this national milestone.

The postcard features a stylised engraved portrait associated with the historical context of the development of blind education in Brazil, maintaining a coherent commemorative character.

Together, stamp and postcard preserve thematic consistency, as both elements refer to the same national educational centenary, even though the secondary centenary postmark (17/09/1954) is present only as a non‑obliterating sample.

– Geographic:

The Rio de Janeiro cancellation used to obliterate the stamp (Coleta Tarde – 27/09/1954) is fully consistent with the Brazilian origin of both the stamp and the postcard.

The additional Centenário da Educação do Cego no Brasil cancellation from Rio de Janeiro reinforces, even as a sample, the national commemorative context.

Thus, all postal elements remain geographically coherent within Brazil.

– Temporal:

The stamp is cancelled with the Coleta Tarde postmark dated 27 September 1954, which corresponds exactly to the official issue date of the centenary stamp (27.09.1954).

This ensures perfect temporal alignment between the stamp and its postal use.

The commemorative centenary postmark dated 17 September 1954, although present only as a specimen and not used for obliteration, remains chronologically compatible with the celebration period preceding the official issue date.

Postal Máximo D. Pedro II - Imperador do Brasil

 

YT: 515

Stamp: Brazil – commemorative issue “Dia do Selo” (Stamp Day), 60 réis, blue – featuring the official portrait of Dom Pedro II, with ornamental frame, inscriptions of “BRASIL‑CORREIO”, and denomination, created as an official issue of the Brazilian postal administration. (Issue: 03.09.1952)

Postmark: São Paulo – Comemorative circular cancellation “EXPOSIÇÃO FILATÉLICA NACIONAL – S. PAULO”, dated 3‑9‑1952, applied within the Brazilian postal network, consistent with the special event markings used during national philatelic exhibitions of the period.

Postcard: Monochrome blue‑toned postcard depicting a formal portrait of Dom Pedro II, identified by the printed caption “PEDRO II – IMPERADOR DO BRASIL”.

Concordance

– Thematic: The commemorative stamp honours Dom Pedro II, presenting his official engraved portrait within an ornamental frame, while the postcard likewise depicts Dom Pedro II through a monochrome formal portrait identified by the caption “PEDRO II – IMPERADOR DO BRASIL”.

This ensures perfect thematic alignment, as both stamp and postcard directly reference the same historical figure and share consistent imperial iconography.

– Geographic: The commemorative cancellation from São Paulo is fully appropriate to the Brazilian origin of both the Dia do Selo stamp and the Dom Pedro II postcard.

All components—stamp, cancellation and postcard—are firmly rooted in the Brazilian postal and historical context, resulting in complete geographic coherence.

– Temporal: The postmark dated 3 September 1952 corresponds exactly to the official issue date of the Dia do Selo commemorative stamp (03.09.1952).

Postal Máximo Duque de Caxias

 

Yt:BR 584

Stamp: Brazil – commemorative stamp issued in honour of the Duque de Caxias – blue‑toned design featuring his official portrait, military decorations, and inscriptions identifying the national issue, created as an official release by the Brazilian postal administration. (Issue: 01/10/1954)

Postmark: Caxias – circular cancellation dated 1‑10‑54, applied within the Brazilian postal network, showing the standard formulation used for routine dispatch or commemorative service markings. The design includes the designation “DUQUE DE CAXIAS – RIO DE JANEIRO”.

Postcard: Black‑and‑white postcard dedicated to the Duque de Caxias, presenting an engraved portrait framed within a rectangular border and surmounted by a stylised heraldic crown.

The design includes decorative linework, military insignia, and the printed caption “CAXIAS”, forming a formal commemorative presentation typical of Brazilian portrait postcards of the mid‑20th century.

Concordance

– Thematic: The commemorative stamp directly represents the Duque de Caxias, featuring his official portrait, military decorations, and corresponding inscriptions, while the postcard is entirely dedicated to the same historical figure through an engraved portrait, heraldic crown, and additional visual elements highlighting his noble and military status. This creates perfect thematic alignment, as both stamp and postcard explicitly reference the same person and iconography.

– Geographic: The Caxias cancellation corresponds appropriately to the Brazilian origin of both the Duque de Caxias commemorative stamp and the portrait postcard, ensuring full geographic coherence within Brazil. All elements—stamp, postmark and postcard—are rooted in the same national historical and postal context.

– Temporal: The cancellation dated 1 October 1954 matches exactly the official issue date of the Duque de Caxias commemorative stamp (01/10/1954). Thus, the temporal relation is perfectly coherent: a portrait postcard of the Duque de Caxias combined with a stamp issued in his honour and cancelled on the very day of its official release.

Maximum card Birth Centenary of Ruy Barbosa

 

Yvert et Tellier BR 480

Stamp: Brazil – commemorative stamp in a carmine‑red tone, face value Cr$ 1.20, belonging to a Birth Centenary of Ruy Barbosa issued in 15.12.1949. The design features an ornate frame, the inscription “BRASIL – CORREIO”, the value expressed in cruzeiros, and an engraved portrait executed in fine linear style, typical of Brazilian postal issues of that period.

Postmark: São Paulo – circular cancellation dated 19 JAN 50, bearing the inscription “A.T.C. COLET.” and “S. PAULO – BRASIL". It is an administrative/routine cancellation, characteristic of collection and sorting services used by the postal system at the time.

Postcard: Beige postcard with monochrome brown printing, depicting portrait of Ruy Barbosa. The paper shows the texture and tonality typical of Brazilian printings from the mid‑20th century. 

Concordance

– Thematic: The commemorative stamp directly represents Ruy Barbosa through an engraved portrait issued for his birth centenary, while the postcard also depicts a portrait of Ruy Barbosa in matching artistic style. This creates perfect thematic alignment, as both stamp and postcard explicitly reference the same historical figure and subject matter.

– Geographic: The São Paulo cancellation corresponds appropriately to the Brazilian origin of both the Ruy Barbosa centenary stamp and the postcard produced in Brazil, ensuring full geographic coherence within the Brazilian postal system.

– Temporal: The cancellation dated 1950 is fully compatible with the period of postal circulation of the Ruy Barbosa centenary issue (late 1940s–early 1950s).

Thus, the temporal relation is coherent: a contemporaneous postcard bearing a portrait of Ruy Barbosa combined with the commemorative centenary stamp used in regular postal circulation.

Maximum Card 1.º Centenário de Prudente de Moraes (1941)

Country: Brazil

Issue: Brazil – 600 Réis “Prudente de Moraes”

Date of Issue: November 15, 1910

Postmark: Commemorative Circular Date Stamp – “1.º Centenário de Prudente de Moraes” – São Paulo – 04 October 1941 (Expiry date: 01/11/1942)

Postcard: Monochrome printed portrait of Dr. Prudente de Moraes, first civilian President of the Republic of Brazil (1894–1898), presented in a formal photographic style with his name and presidential title printed below. (Edition Papelaria Rio Branco)

Justification of Maximum Concordance:

This maximum card demonstrates full thematic, geographic, and temporal concordance. The 600 Réis stamp issued on November 15, 1910 portrays Prudente de Moraes, Brazil’s first civilian President, providing explicit thematic alignment with the postcard, which also presents his portrait in a formal photographic style.

The commemorative cancellation “1.º Centenário de Prudente de Moraes”, struck in São Paulo on 04 October 1941, further reinforces thematic relevance by marking the 100th anniversary of his birth and directly referencing the historical figure represented on both the stamp and the postcard. geographically, São Paulo is the state most closely associated with Prudente de Moraes’s political life and presidency, ensuring strong geographic concordance.

Temporal concordance is also fully achieved: the stamp remained valid for postal use until 01 November 1942, and the 1941 cancellation falls entirely within this period of postal validity, confirming proper chronological alignment for a historical maximum card.