Norway 1937 Lion Type II Definitive Stamp

Norway · 1937 · 10 Øre

The stamp features a crowned lion rampant holding an axe, a prominent element of the Norwegian coat of arms, enclosed within a decorative shield. 'NORGE' is inscribed at the top and '10 ØRE' at the bottom.

Issued in 1937, this definitive stamp is part of the 'Lion Type II' series, featuring the national coat of arms. It served as a common postage stamp for everyday mail in Norway during the pre-WWII era.