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Australia 1953 Queen Elizabeth II Coronation
common1945-1980

Australia 1953 Queen Elizabeth II Coronation

Australia · 1953 · 3½d

This stamp commemorates the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II on June 2, 1953. The design features a portrait of the newly crowned Queen, based on a photograph by Dorothy Wilding, set against a rich carmine-red background. It was one of many issues released throughout the Commonwealth to celebrate this significant royal event.

Issued shortly after her accession to the throne, this stamp marked the beginning of a new Elizabethan era for Australia and the British Commonwealth.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg269
scott263
michel236

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.