Description
LOT-R20. For your consideration is an extraordinarily rare and historically significant antique c.1945 Serbia/Yugoslavia King Peter II postage block stamp set, hand-signed \”Peter II R\” (Peter II Regina) by the last King of Yugoslavia. This original block of four stamps represents a unique offering, rarely seen in any condition, and serves as a tangible connection to the final chapter of Yugoslavian monarchy.
Signed in 1945, the last year of King Peter II’s reign and 11 years after his accession to the throne, these stamps carry profound historical significance. The stamps were sent to King Peter II by an autograph collector in 1945, and the King graciously granted the request, signing each stamp in blue fountain pen ink. The block, measuring 3.0\” x 3.5,\” remains in pristine mint condition, described as \”museum quality,\” and is preserved as new old stock, unused and uncirculated.
Peter II Karaorevi (6 September 1923 – 3 November 1970) was the last monarch of Yugoslavia, reigning from October 1934, following his father’s assassination, until his deposition in November 1945. As the final reigning member of the Karaorevi dynasty, Peter II’s tenure was marked by the upheavals of World War II and the subsequent rise of communism in Yugoslavia. Forced into exile, his reign symbolized both the struggles and the enduring legacy of the Yugoslav monarchy during one of the most turbulent periods in Balkan history.
This signed stamp block is more than a philatelic rarity; it is a historical artifact representing the legacy of a monarch whose reign concluded an era in Yugoslav history. With its exceptional provenance, impeccable condition, and direct connection to King Peter II, this collectible is an unparalleled addition to collections of royal memorabilia, philatelic treasures, or Balkan historical artifacts. Offering an authentic glimpse into the life and legacy of Yugoslavia’s last king, this one-of-a-kind stamp set is an invaluable piece of 20th-century history.
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