This Italian definitive stamp from the King Victor Emmanuel III “Imperial Series” (originally issued 1929–42) features a classical profile of Emperor Augustus. After World War II, it was overprinted “A.M.G.-V.G.” — denoting Allied Military Government - Venezia Giulia. These overprints were used between 1945–1947 in territories administered by the Allied forces following the collapse of Fascist Italy, particularly the Venezia Giulia and Trieste regions. The brown 10 centesimi denomination served for local postal rates during the early postwar transition period.

Key Details:

• Country: Italy (Allied Military Government – Venezia Giulia)

• Year of Issue: 1945–1947

• Denomination: 10 Centesimi

• Design: Emperor Augustus (based on Roman bust)

• Overprint: A.M.G.-V.G. (Allied Military Government – Venezia Giulia)

• Printing: Overprint on Italian definitive issue

• Historical Context: Issued for use in postwar Allied-occupied territories