Belgium 1935 King Albert I Mourning Issue
Belgium · 1935 · 1.75fr
This stamp is part of a set issued to mourn the death of King Albert I. The design features a portrait of the late king, framed by a somber, dark border, reflecting the nation's grief. The denomination is 1.75 francs, and the stamp was intended for postal use with a charitable surcharge.
Issued in 1935, this stamp commemorates King Albert I, who died in a mountaineering accident in 1934. He was a popular monarch, revered for his leadership during World War I.
Printing Method
Photogravure
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Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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