1896 Spanish Philippines 2 Centavos Alfonso XIII

Spanish Philippines · 1896 · 2 Centavos

The stamp features a portrait of King Alfonso XIII of Spain, facing left, within an oval frame. The country name 'FILIPINAS' and denomination '2 C.' are also visible.

Issued during the Spanish colonial rule of the Philippines, featuring the reigning Spanish monarch. This period was marked by growing Filipino nationalism and the Philippine Revolution, which began in 1896.