Issued in 1977, this Honduran airmail stamp commemorates the 200th anniversary of the birth of José Cecilio del Valle (1777–1834), a key intellectual and statesman in Central American independence. The design features a formal portrait of Valle, who was known as “El Sabio” (“The Wise”) for his contributions to law, education, and the drafting of the Act of Independence of Central America in 1821. The inscription “homenaje a la memoria del sabio José Cecilio del Valle” translates to “homage to the memory of the wise José Cecilio del Valle.” Printed by Carvajal S.A., Colombia, the issue reflects the region’s shared reverence for Valle as a national hero and visionary leader.