Machin Definitive, Decimal Currency

Name: Machin Definitive, Decimal Currency
Brand: United Kingdom

United Kingdom · 1971 · Various

This stamp is part of the iconic Machin series, featuring a bas-relief portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by sculptor Arnold Machin. The design is known for its simplicity and elegance, with the Queen's profile set against a solid color background. The Machin series is one of the longest-running and most prolific definitive stamp series in the world.

These stamps were introduced in 1971 to coincide with the decimalisation of British currency, replacing the previous pounds, shillings, and pence system. The series has been in continuous use since, with countless variations in color, value, and printing methods.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

royalty queen-elizabeth-ii definitive machin

Catalog Numbers

sgMachin series

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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

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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