Italy 1930, 25c Green, 'Virgil'

Italy · 1930 · 25c

This definitive stamp features a portrait of the ancient Roman poet Virgil (Publius Vergilius Maro), author of the epic Aeneid. The design is based on a mosaic found in Sousse, Tunisia, and is part of a larger series celebrating famous Italians. The portrait is framed by classical decorative elements, reflecting the stamp's theme.

Issued in 1930 to commemorate the 2000th anniversary of Virgil's birth, this stamp was part of a set celebrating Roman history and culture during the Fascist era's emphasis on imperial heritage.