Japanese Occupation of the Philippines, 20 Centavos Overprint

Philippines (Japanese Occupation) · 1942 · 20 CENTAVOS

A 20 Centavos definitive stamp of the Philippines Commonwealth, featuring a portrait (likely Manuel L. Quezon), overprinted in black with 'JAPANESE OCCUPATION' at the top and bottom.

Issued during World War II, these stamps reflect the Japanese occupation of the Philippines and the establishment of the Philippine Executive Commission, a puppet government. They represent a significant period of conflict and foreign control in Philippine history.