King George V with NW Pacific Islands Overprint
North West Pacific Islands · 1914 · 1½d
The stamp features a profile portrait of King George V facing left, within an oval frame. It is an Australian stamp overprinted 'NW PACIFIC ISLANDS' and 'G.R.I.' with a denomination of 1½d.
These stamps were provisional issues used by the Australian military administration in the former German New Guinea territories during World War I, following their occupation in 1914. They represent the transition of colonial power in the region.
Printing Method
Typography
Image: Unknown photographer · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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