common1900-1945

King George V Pictorial Issue

Name: King George V Pictorial Issue
Brand: Cyprus

Cyprus · 1934 · 3/4 Piastre

This definitive stamp features a dual-panel design. The left panel contains a portrait of King George V, while the right panel depicts a view of the ancient ruins of Salamis, a significant city-state in eastern Cyprus. The stamp is part of a long pictorial series showcasing the history and scenery of the island.

Issued during the British colonial period, this series was the first pictorial definitive set for Cyprus, replacing the long-running King George V keytype designs and highlighting local Cypriot heritage.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

royalty kings monarchs ships sailing history archaeology ruins

Catalog Numbers

sg134

scott125

michel125

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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

$0.5

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