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Australia 1953 Queen Elizabeth II Definitive

Name: Australia 1953 Queen Elizabeth II Definitive
Brand: Australia

Australia · 1953 ·

This 1953 definitive stamp from Australia features a side portrait of Queen Elizabeth II wearing a crown, based on a photograph by Dorothy Wilding. It is part of the 'British Queen Elizabeth II' series and represents a pre-decimal stamp issue, depicting the queen looking to the left. The stamp is postmarked.

Issued shortly after her coronation, this stamp is one of the earliest definitive issues featuring Queen Elizabeth II, marking a new era for the British monarchy and Commonwealth nations like Australia. It reflects the transition of the monarch's image on postal currency across the Commonwealth.

Printing Method

Themes

queen-elizabeth-ii royalty portrait definitive

Catalog Numbers

scott258

michel229

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$0.75

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.5

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.25

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.15

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.05

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