North Borneo 50 Cents Postage & Revenue Stamp - Historical Colonial Issue #1681 (License: Personal Use)

This black-and-white engraved stamp from North Borneo (now part of Malaysia) dates to the 1890s and features a central coat of arms with a sailing ship, flanked by two allegorical figures holding spears and shields. The ornate border includes Arabic numerals and bilingual inscriptions (“Postage & Revenue”), reflecting British colonial administration and local cultural elements. The motto “Per God et Perac” appears beneath the shield, adding historical intrigue.

Used on official correspondence and revenue documents in British North Borneo; commonly featured in philatelic auctions, museum exhibits, and colonial history resources. Targets collectors, historians, and researchers interested in Southeast Asian postal history.