Netherlands 1923 Queen Wilhelmina 'Accession Jubilee'

Netherlands · 1923 · 5 Gulden

This definitive stamp commemorates the 25th anniversary of Queen Wilhelmina's accession to the throne. The design, by Dutch artist Jan Toorop, features a striking and stylized portrait of the Queen in an Art Deco style, a departure from more traditional royal portraiture. The high denomination reflects its intended use for heavier postage or official mail.

Issued during the interwar period, this stamp celebrates a significant milestone in the long reign of Queen Wilhelmina, who led the Netherlands through both World Wars and the Great Depression.