Belgium 2 Francs Albert I with 'Seal' Watermark

Name: Belgium 2 Francs Albert I with 'Seal' Watermark
Brand: Belgium

Belgium · 1919 · 2 F

This definitive stamp features a portrait of King Albert I, who reigned from 1909 to 1934. The design is framed by ornate scrollwork, with the denomination '2 F' prominently displayed and the country name shown in both French ('Belgique') and Flemish ('België'). This particular issue is distinguished by its 'Seal' watermark.

Issued in the immediate aftermath of World War I, this series celebrated the resilience of Belgium and its monarch, King Albert I, who became a national hero for his leadership during the German occupation.

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Typography

Themes

royalty king-albert-i portraits definitive

Catalog Numbers

sg243

scott120

michel146

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.