Issued in 1914 as part of the celebrated Ceres series, this ¼ centavo sepia stamp from Mozambique represents the allegorical figure of Ceres, the Roman goddess of agriculture and fertility, holding a sickle and wheat as symbols of harvest and prosperity. Printed by Casa da Moeda de Portugal using typography on chalky paper, this issue reflects the strong artistic influence of early 20th-century classical allegory in colonial philately. With its rich sepia tone and fine line engraving, it belongs to the wider Portuguese “Ceres” definitive series, which circulated throughout the empire from 1912 to 1945, symbolizing renewal and republican ideals following the fall of the Portuguese monarchy. This example is catalogued as Michel MZ 153xA, Scott MZ 149, Yvert & Tellier MZ 155, Stanley Gibbons MZ 197, and Afinsa MZ 153. Measuring 21 x 28 mm, perforated 15 x 14, and gummed, it carries the face value of ¼ centavo. Widely collected for its historical and cultural resonance, the Mozambique Ceres issues remain highly regarded as some of the finest classical colonial stamps, with well-preserved examples achieving notable results at auction. Estimate "$15 – 25". Condition: Used, fine centering, clear cancellation, intact perforations.