Albania 1913 Double-Headed Eagle Overprint

Albania · 1913 · 10pa

This is the first postage stamp issued for Albania. The design features a black, double-headed eagle, the national symbol of Albania, overprinted on a 10 para Turkish stamp. The overprint signifies the establishment of Albanian postal independence following the country's declaration of independence from the Ottoman Empire.

Issued in 1913, this stamp marks a pivotal moment in Albanian history, symbolizing its newfound sovereignty after centuries of Ottoman rule. The use of an overprinted Turkish stamp was a practical measure for the new provisional government.