Romania 1881 King Carol I
Romania · 1881 · 15 Bani
This stamp features a left-facing profile portrait of King Carol I of Romania. The design is enclosed within an ornate oval frame, with the denomination '15 BANI' at the bottom and 'POSTA ROMANA' inscribed at the top. This issue is part of a definitive series that was widely used for postal services within the newly established kingdom.
Issued in 1881, this stamp marks the year Romania was proclaimed a kingdom and Prince Carol I of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen became its first king. The stamp symbolizes the nation's new status and sovereignty.
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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