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The Flying Scotsman Centenary

United Kingdom · 2023 · 1st Class

This stamp celebrates the 100th anniversary of the LNER Class A3 4472 Flying Scotsman, one of the world's most famous steam locomotives. The design features a dynamic image of the iconic green engine in motion. It was issued as part of a miniature sheet commemorating the centenary.

The Flying Scotsman was the first steam locomotive to be officially authenticated at reaching 100 miles per hour (160.9 km/h) in 1934 and has become a symbol of British engineering and the golden age of steam travel.

Catalog Numbers

sg5056

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$3
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$2
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$2
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$1
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.