This $15 commemorative stamp from Chile, issued in 1954, honors the 100th anniversary of the death of President José Joaquín Prieto (1786–1854), a key figure in the nation’s early republican period. Prieto served as President of Chile from 1831 to 1841, guiding the country through a time of consolidation following independence. The stamp, printed by the Casa de Moneda de Chile, depicts his portrait in military uniform, symbolizing both his leadership and service. It bears the inscription “Centenario de su fallecimiento” (Centenary of his death) and was issued under Sobetasa Ley Nº11794.