Queen Elizabeth II 'Machin' Definitive

Name: Queen Elizabeth II 'Machin' Definitive
Brand: Canada

Canada · 2003 · P (Permanent)

This definitive stamp features the iconic 'Machin' portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, a design originally created by Arnold Machin for British stamps. The 'P' in the maple leaf signifies it is a 'Permanent' stamp, always valid for the domestic first-class letter rate regardless of future postage increases.

Issued in 2003, this stamp marked a significant update to Canada's definitive series, adopting a widely recognized royal portrait while introducing the innovative 'Permanent' rate concept.

Printing Method

Offset

Themes

royalty queen-elizabeth-ii definitive machin-head

Catalog Numbers

scott2010

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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

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.