King Alexander I, National Costume Series

Name: King Alexander I, National Costume Series
Brand: Yugoslavia

Yugoslavia · 1939 · 50p

This stamp features a portrait of King Alexander I of Yugoslavia, who was assassinated in 1934. The design is part of a definitive series showcasing the King in various regional national costumes, highlighting the diverse cultural heritage of the kingdom. The portrait is framed by ornate decorative elements.

Issued in 1939, this stamp was part of a long-running series that continued to honor the late King Alexander I, a key figure in the creation of Yugoslavia, even as the country faced increasing political instability leading up to World War II.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

royalty portraits national-costumes heads-of-state

Catalog Numbers

sg384

scott64

michel431

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

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.