Paraguay 1947, President Higinio Morínigo

Paraguay · 1947 · 10c

This definitive stamp features a portrait of Higinio Morínigo, who was the President of Paraguay at the time of issue. The design is a formal, right-facing bust set within an ornate frame, typical of definitive portrait stamps of the mid-20th century. The country's name 'REPUBLICA DEL PARAGUAY' is inscribed at the top, with the denomination '10 CENTAVOS' at the bottom.

Issued during the authoritarian rule of President Higinio Morínigo, this stamp was part of a series promoting his image. His presidency (1940-1948) was marked by political instability, culminating in the Paraguayan Civil War of 1947, the same year this stamp was released.