Norway 4 Skilling Posthorn (First Issue)
Norway · 1855 · 4 Skilling
The stamp features a central posthorn design with the country name 'NORGE' at the top and the denomination '4 SKILLING' at the bottom, flanked by the year '1855'. It is printed in blue.
Issued in 1855, this 4 Skilling stamp is Norway's first postage stamp, marking the establishment of its national postal service. Its iconic posthorn design became a staple of Norwegian philately.
Printing Method
Engraved
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Image: Richard Stambaugh · License: Public domain
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