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Belgium 1849 Epaulette 10c
uncommonpre-1900

Belgium 1849 Epaulette 10c

Belgium · 1849 · 10c

The stamp features a profile portrait of King Leopold I of Belgium, facing left, in military uniform with prominent epaulettes. The country name 'BELGIQUE' and 'POSTES' are at the top, with the denomination '10 c.' at the bottom.

Issued in 1849, this stamp is part of Belgium's first series of postage stamps, marking the introduction of modern postal services in the newly independent kingdom. It features King Leopold I, the first King of the Belgians.

Printing Method

Engraved

Image: <bdi><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/en:Charles_Baugniet" class="extiw" title="w:en:Charles Baugniet"><span title="Belgian artist (1814-1886)">Charles Baugniet</span></a></bdi> · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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