Mozambique Company, Vasco da Gama Fleet, 1895

Mozambique Company · 1895 · 50 Reis

This stamp commemorates the 400th anniversary of Vasco da Gama's voyage to India. The central design features a detailed depiction of a caravel from his fleet, symbolizing the Age of Discovery and Portugal's maritime prowess. The stamp is part of a larger definitive series issued by the Mozambique Company.

Issued by the Companhia de Moçambique, a chartered company that administered central Mozambique for Portugal from 1891 to 1942. These stamps were valid for postage within the company's territory and to other Portuguese colonies.