Philippines Japanese Occupation 5c Jose Rizal Stamp

Philippines · 1942 · 5c

A 5 centavos stamp from the Japanese Occupation of the Philippines featuring a portrait, likely of national hero Jose Rizal, within an oval frame. The country name 'PHILIPPINES' is at the top, and 'POSTAGE 5c' is at the bottom.

Issued during the Japanese occupation of the Philippines (1942-1945), these stamps replaced pre-war issues and were used by the Japanese-controlled Philippine Executive Commission, signifying a period of significant political and social upheaval.