1923 Italian Postage Stamp - King Victor Emmanuel III (Lira 1.25)

This is a fine example of a definitive series Italian postage stamp featuring the portrait of King Victor Emmanuel III. The stamp is printed in a deep blue ink on off-white paper and carries a denomination of 1.25 Lire. The design features a central medallion with the King's profile, framed by ornate floral and scrolling leaf motifs characteristic of the era's neo-classical influence. The top inscription reads 'POSTE ITALIANE' and the bottom provides the value 'LIRE 1.25'. The stamp displays machine-cut perforations on all four sides, though some edges show slight irregularity from separation. A horizontal black line across the center indicates a light postal cancellation, suggesting it was used in mail circulation. The portrait is executed with fine line engraving, showing high-quality craftsmanship in the rendering of facial features and military uniform. The paper exhibits a slight aged patina, which is consistent with its origin date in the early 1920s. There are no major tears or thinning visible from the front view, and the centering is slightly shifted to the upper left. This stamp belongs to the 'Floreale' or floral design series, which remains a staple for collectors of the Kingdom of Italy philatelic history.