King George V 'Admiral' Issue

Canada · 1911 · 1¢

This definitive stamp features a portrait of King George V, who ascended to the throne in 1910. The design, known as the 'Admiral' issue due to the naval uniform worn by the King, was a long-running series used for Canadian postage for over a decade. This specific stamp is the one-cent denomination, typically used for postcards and printed matter.

The 'Admiral' series was issued shortly after King George V's coronation and became one of Canada's most iconic and extensive definitive series, spanning the tumultuous period of World War I.