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commonpre-1900
France Napoleon III 20c Blue
France · 1867 · 20c
The stamp features a profile portrait of Emperor Napoleon III facing left, surrounded by the country name 'EMPIRE FRANÇAIS' and the denomination '20 C.'
This stamp belongs to the second series of definitive stamps issued during the Second French Empire, featuring Emperor Napoleon III. It was a common postage value used for domestic letters during that period.
Printing Method
Engraved
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