Spain Beneficencia 10 Céntimos, Queen Maria Christina
Spain · 1899 · 10 Céntimos
The stamp features a profile portrait of Queen Maria Christina of Austria, facing left, within an oval frame. The country name 'ESPAÑA' is at the top, and the denomination '10 CTS' is at the bottom, with 'BENEFICENCIA' (Charity) inscribed below the portrait.
This charity stamp was issued in Spain during the regency of Queen Maria Christina of Austria, who ruled on behalf of her son Alfonso XIII. Funds raised from such stamps typically supported social welfare programs or specific charitable causes.
Printing Method
Engraved
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