common1945-1980

United Kingdom 1970 Christmas 4d Shepherds and Angel

Name: United Kingdom 1970 Christmas 4d Shepherds and Angel
Brand: United Kingdom

United Kingdom · 1970 · 4 pence

This 4d stamp from the 1970 Christmas issue depicts a scene of shepherds receiving the apparition of an angel, rendered in a medieval art style. The design is set against a vibrant red background with a subtle pattern.

Issued as part of the annual Christmas commemorative series, this stamp reflects traditional Christian iconography. It was released just prior to the United Kingdom's decimalization of its currency in 1971.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

christmas religious biblical angels shepherds art

Catalog Numbers

sg837

scott637

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1.5

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.75

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.4

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.2

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