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1941 Vrij Nederland Queen Wilhelmina
uncommon1900-1945

1941 Vrij Nederland Queen Wilhelmina

Netherlands · 1941 · 12½ C

The stamp features a left-facing portrait of Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands, set against a plain background. The denomination '12½ C' is prominently displayed at the bottom.

Issued during World War II, this 'Vrij Nederland' (Free Netherlands) stamp symbolizes the continuity of Dutch sovereignty and resistance against German occupation, likely used by the Dutch government-in-exile.

Image: <a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Wouterhagens" title="User:Wouterhagens">Wouter Hagens</a> · License: Public domain

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