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commonpre-1900
Oscar II 10 öre Swedish Stamp
Sweden · 1894 · 10 öre
The stamp features a profile portrait of King Oscar II of Sweden, facing left, set within an oval frame. The country name 'SVERIGE' is at the top, and the denomination '10 ÖRE' is at the bottom.
Part of a definitive series issued during the reign of King Oscar II, these stamps were essential for postal services in Sweden in the late 19th century, reflecting the monarch's role in national identity.
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