Croatia Postage Due Stamp

Croatia · 1993 · 50 Lipa

This is a postage due stamp from Croatia, featuring a large numeral '50' to indicate the amount due. The design is simple and functional, with the denomination 'LIPA' and the country name 'HRVATSKA' clearly displayed. The primary purpose of such stamps is to collect insufficient postage from the recipient of a mail item.

Issued in 1993, this stamp is from the early years of Croatia's independence following the breakup of Yugoslavia. The introduction of its own currency (Kuna and Lipa) and postal markings were important steps in establishing national sovereignty.