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Cyprus King George V Definitive, 10 Piastres
uncommon1900-1945

Cyprus King George V Definitive, 10 Piastres

Cyprus · 1920 · 10 Piastres

This definitive stamp features a left-facing portrait of King George V, the reigning British monarch at the time. The design is set within an ornate frame, with the country name 'CYPRUS' at the top and the denomination '10 PIASTRES' at the bottom.

Issued under British colonial rule, this stamp is part of a long-running definitive series used across the British Empire, reflecting Cyprus's status as a Crown Colony established in 1925, though under British administration since 1878.

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Catalog Numbers

sg92
scott89
michel89

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$12
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$8
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$4
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1

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