Mozambique King Manuel II Definitive

Mozambique · 1910 · 2½r

This definitive stamp features a portrait of King Manuel II of Portugal, facing left, within an ornate oval frame. The design is typical of colonial issues of the period, emphasizing the connection to the ruling European monarchy. The country name 'MOCAMBIQUE' is inscribed at the top, with the denomination '2½ REIS' at the bottom.

Issued in the final year of the Portuguese monarchy, this stamp circulated just before the 5 October 1910 revolution which established the First Portuguese Republic. It represents the end of an era for both Portugal and its colonies.