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Belgium Epaulette 20c
uncommonpre-1900

Belgium Epaulette 20c

Belgium · 1849 · 20c

The stamp features a central design of an epaulette, a military insignia, with the country name 'BELGIQUE' at the top and the denomination '20c' at the bottom.

Issued in 1849, this stamp is part of Belgium's first definitive series, marking the beginning of its national postal service.

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.