Belgium 1869 Newspaper Stamp, 5 Centimes

Belgium · 1869 · 5 Centimes

The stamp features a profile portrait of King Leopold II of Belgium, facing left, within an oval frame. The country name 'BELGIQUE' and denomination '5 C.' and 'CINQ CENTIMES' are inscribed.

Issued in 1869, this stamp was specifically for the prepayment of newspapers in Belgium, a common practice in the 19th century. It depicts King Leopold II, who was the reigning monarch at the time.