common1900-1945

King George V Threepence, Green

Name: King George V Threepence, Green
Brand: Australia

Australia · 1914 · 3d (Threepence)

This definitive stamp features a left-facing portrait of King George V, framed by an ornate design. The top corners display the denomination '3d', while the bottom scroll reads 'AUSTRALIA POSTAGE'. This design was part of the first series of Australian stamps to feature the reigning British monarch.

Issued shortly after the federation of Australia, this series replaced the individual stamps of the former colonies, symbolizing the new national identity under the British Crown.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

royalty heads-of-state kangaroos

Catalog Numbers

sg16

scott22

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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