In 1885, a new definitive series used larger and more readable numeric tablets, and surmounted Carol's profile with a bird. In 1889 the stamp paper was also impressed with a coat of arms, similar to, but not a true watermark.
The year 1885 saw the introduction of a new definitive series of stamps featuring larger numerals and a bird on Carol's portrait. The following year, the stamps were further enhanced with a coat of arms design, though it wasn't a true watermark.