Japanese Occupation of the Philippines, 2 Centavos

Japanese Occupation of the Philippines · 1942 · 2 CENTAVOS

A 2 Centavos definitive stamp of the Commonwealth of the Philippines, featuring a portrait of Manuel L. Quezon, overprinted in black with 'JAPANESE OCCUPATION'. The original 'PHILIPPINES' and 'COMMONWEALTH' text is visible beneath the overprint.

This stamp was issued by the Philippine Executive Commission during the Japanese Occupation of the Philippines (1942-1945). It reflects the change in sovereignty and the administrative control exerted by the Japanese forces during World War II.