Denmark 2 Rigsbankskilling Bicolored, Wavy Spandrels

Denmark · 1854 · 2 Rigsbankskilling

This stamp features the Danish coat of arms, consisting of three crowned lions passant accompanied by nine hearts, surmounted by a royal crown. The denomination '2 R.B.S.' is displayed in ovals on either side, and the country name 'KGL. POST FRM.' is inscribed in a ribbon below. The design is framed by wavy spandrels, a key feature distinguishing it from earlier issues.

Issued under King Frederick VII, this was one of Denmark's earliest postage stamps, part of the second definitive series. The bicolored printing was a significant technical step for the Danish postal service at the time.