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NATIONAL POSTAL OPERATOR

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Official National Postal Operator of Belgium

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Heraldic Lion

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Heraldic Lion

Issued 25/01/1929

Denomination: 50c
Catalogue References: Michel Michel: BE 261 Michel Scott: BE 207 Michel Yvert & Tellier: BE 285 Michel Stanley Gibbons: BE 496 Michel AFA: BE 262 Michel Bel: BE 285 Michel Unificato: BE 285
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Historical & Philatelic Facts

Heraldic Lion

The Leo Belgicus (Latin for "Belgian lion") is a heraldic lion with an origin dating back to the Middle Ages of the Southern Netherlands. This symbol was adopted by the Duchy of Brabant and is now the symbol and national animal of Belgium.

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