A beautifully engraved mid-century Vatican issue honoring the revered Black Madonna of Częstochowa, one of Catholicism’s most important Marian shrines.
Printed in deep blue-black intaglio, the design shows the crowned Virgin and Child framed by stars, giving the stamp a solemn, icon-like presence.
Issued in 1956, it reflects the Vatican’s tradition of sacred art and devotional themes rendered with fine line engraving.
The L.35 denomination fits the classic Vatican definitive period and pairs well with other Marian or pilgrimage issues.
Highly collectible for both religious-themed and Vatican specialists, especially in MNH or well-centered examples.