Romania 1941 Basarabia Issue, Soroca Fortress, Broken 'R' Error

Romania · 1941 · 16 L

This stamp features the Soroca Fortress, a historic landmark in the Basarabia region. It is part of a set issued following Romania's re-annexation of the territory during World War II. This particular example is a recognized error variety, distinguished by a broken letter 'R' in the 'BASARABIA' overprint.

Issued in 1941, this stamp marks the brief period during World War II when Romania, allied with the Axis powers, reclaimed the region of Bessarabia (Basarabia) from the Soviet Union.