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Year: 1903
Italian Somaliland – Benadir Lion, 5 Anna
This stamp originates from the Benadir region of Italian Somaliland in the early 20th century. Printed in a purple‑violet tone on pale paper, it features a powerful heraldic lion standing above a crowned shield bearing a cross, symbolizing colonial authority and governance. The design is framed by ornate decorative elements and inscriptions reading “REGIE POSTE ITALIANE” and “BENADIR,” with the denomination 10 Anna shown in each corner. Issued for fiscal or postal‑revenue use, this stamp is a notable example of Italian colonial iconography applied to Somali territories, combining European heraldry with local regional identification.
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Royal Wedding of Prince Umberto II and Princess Marie-José - 1.5 Lira
Royal Wedding of Prince Umberto II and Princess Marie-José - 60 centesimo
Royal Wedding of Prince Umberto II and Princess Marie-José - 20 centesimo
Medal of Saint Benedict (High Value Surcharged)
Hilltop Profile of the Abbey of Monte Cassino - 6 lire
Cloister of the Abbey of Monte Cassino (Surcharged)
Hilltop Profile of the Abbey of Monte Cassino - 75 centesimo
Construction of the Abbey of Monte Cassino
St. Benedict Blessing his Disciples
Cloister of the Abbey of Monte Cassino
Piazza del Popolo in Rome - 7 lire
The Capitoline Hill in Rome - 1.75 lire
The Roman Aqueducts - 70 centesimo
Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome - 40 centesimo
46th Anniversary of the Società Africana d'Italia - 1.45 Lira
46th Anniversary of the Società Africana d'Italia - 60 centesimo
46th Anniversary of the Società Africana d'Italia - 35 centesimo
46th Anniversary of the Società Africana d'Italia - 25 centesimo
King Victor Emmanuel III - 1.75 lira
King Victor Emmanuel III - 7 1/2 centesimo
King Victor Emmanuel III - 50 centesimo
Centenary of Alessandro Volta - 1.25 lira
Centenary of Alessandro Volta - 50 centesimo
