Norway Postage Due Stamp, Blue

Norway · 1889 · 20 øre

This stamp features a large numeral '20' centrally, indicating its face value of 20 øre. The design is purely functional, with the words 'AT BETALE' (To Pay) and 'PORTO' (Postage) surrounding the numeral, all enclosed within an ornate, rectangular frame. The stamp is printed in a distinct blue color, typical for this series.

Issued in 1889, this was part of Norway's first series of postage due stamps, used to collect insufficient postage from the recipient of a letter. This system ensured the postal service was compensated for delivering underpaid mail.