Filipino Woman, Japanese Occupation of the Philippines

Philippines · 1942 · 2 Centavos

The stamp features a portrait of a Filipino woman, facing left, with 'PHILIPPINES' at the top and '2 CENTAVOS' at the bottom.

Issued by the Philippine Executive Commission during the Japanese Occupation of the Philippines (1942-1945), these stamps replaced pre-war issues and were essential for postal services under the new administration.