This striking 2 Centavos red stamp was issued by Paraguay in 1904, featuring the iconic lion standing guard before a liberty cap on a pole, radiating beams of light. Above the design, the words “Paz y Justicia” (Peace and Justice) emphasize the nation’s values. The bold depiction of the lion symbolizes courage and vigilance, making this issue highly symbolic in Paraguayan philately. As part of the early 20th-century definitive series, it reflects the influence of classical allegorical designs often seen in Latin American stamps. A fine piece for collectors of South American classics and emblematic national motifs.