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uncommon1900-1945
Philippine Executive Commission, 20c Jose Rizal
Philippines · 1942 · 20c
The stamp features a portrait of Jose Rizal, a national hero, facing left, with 'PHILIPPINES' at the top and '20c' at the bottom.
Issued by the Philippine Executive Commission during the Japanese Occupation (1942-1944), this stamp reflects the wartime administration's efforts to maintain postal services and assert a degree of local governance under Japanese control.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: Philippine Executive Commission (1942-1944) during occupation of Philippine Islands · License: Public domain
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