Belgium 10c Coat of Arms Postage Stamp

This item is a vintage Belgian postage stamp, featuring the national coat of arms. The stamp is rectangular in shape with perforated edges, typical of early to mid-20th-century philately. The central design showcases a crowned shield, within which a rampant lion is depicted, holding a sword and supported by a flowing drapery or ermine mantel, also surmounted by a crown. Above the central design, the word 'BELGIQUE' (French for Belgium) is visible across the top in an arch, and below the coat of arms, '10c BELGIE 10c' is printed, indicating a denomination of 10 centimes and the Dutch spelling for Belgium. The overall color scheme appears to be a monochromatic sepia or deep brown, giving it an aged aesthetic. The stamp exhibits visible signs of use, primarily a black circular postmark largely obscuring parts of the upper and central design, indicating it has been through the postal system. There are also smaller, less defined black marks on the lower left and right. The perforations appear intact, though some creasing or minor wear around the edges is possible given its age and use. The printing quality seems consistent with governmental philatelic production of its era, featuring fine lines in the heraldic design. The condition suggests it is a used, circulated stamp, likely from the late 19th to early 20th century, based on the design elements and currency denomination.