Denmark 1851 Coat of Arms, 4 Rigsbankskilling Brown

Denmark · 1851 · 4 Rigsbankskilling

This stamp features the Danish coat of arms, consisting of three crowned lions passant accompanied by nine hearts, all enclosed within a crowned shield. The denomination '4 R.B.S.' is inscribed below, and the design is framed by oak leaves. This was the second stamp issued by Denmark, following the 'Fire R.B.S.' issue from the same year.

Issued under King Frederick VII, this stamp represents the early period of Danish philately, just after the introduction of adhesive postage stamps in the country. The design, known as the 'Thiele' printing, was a key part of the nation's developing postal system.