This striking red stamp was issued by the Republic of Haiti in 1949 to support the Croix Rouge Haïtienne (Haitian Red Cross). Printed by the American Bank Note Company, it features a nurse cradling an injured figure under the protective symbol of the Red Cross, with a radiant sunburst in the background symbolizing hope and aid. The 50 centimes denomination reflects Haiti’s postwar humanitarian efforts and solidarity with the international Red Cross movement. A fine example of mid-20th century engraved charity stamps, it remains a desirable piece for collectors of Red Cross, medical, and Haiti postal history themes.