Italy year 1925 – 60c stamp Jubilee Imperforated Used

In 1925, Italy issued a 60 centesimi stamp to commemorate the Jubilee (Holy) Year proclaimed by Pope Pius XI. Here are the key details:

Design:

• The stamp featured a large central figure of Christ the Redeemer with arms outstretched
• Inscribed “ANNO SANTO 1925” (Holy Year 1925) at the top
• The denomination “60c” is at the bottom with the word “ITALIA”

Artist/Engraver:

• The design was created by the famous Italian artist and engraver Cesare Biago

Printing:

• Printed using recess printing (engraving) by the State Polygraphic Institute

Color:

• The 60c stamp was printed in a rich brownish-red color

Purpose:

• Commemorated the Holy Year called by the Pope, which drew millions of pilgrims to Rome
• Part of a larger set with other values also depicting religious themes

Variety:

• There is a well-known printed “broken plate” variety affecting some stamps

Popularity:

• The iconic engraved design featuring Christ makes this a very popular semi-modern issue
• Also attractive to collectors of religion on stamps and topical collections

While not extremely valuable, the 1925 60c Holy Year issue stands out for its beautiful engraved allegorical design celebrating the Jubilee Year. It remains an aesthetic and affordable addition for Italy and religion on stamps collectors alike from the 1920s era.