Latvia 1919 Coat of Arms with Sun

Latvia · 1919 · 10 Kapeikas

This definitive stamp features the first national coat of arms of Latvia, adopted in 1918. The design prominently displays a rising sun with 17 rays, symbolizing the 17 Latvian-inhabited districts, set against a background of oak leaves. The denomination '10 KAP.' is shown at the bottom.

Issued shortly after Latvia declared independence in November 1918, this stamp was part of the first series printed in Riga on German military maps, a common practice due to post-war paper shortages. It represents the establishment of a new national identity and postal system.