Machin Definitive - Pound Sterling (£)

United Kingdom · 1967 · £1

This definitive stamp features the iconic Machin Head portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, a design created by sculptor Arnold Machin. The simple, elegant profile on a solid color background became a hallmark of British postage for over five decades. This specific example represents a high-value denomination, denoted by the Pound Sterling (£) symbol.

The Machin series was introduced in 1967 and is one of the longest-running and most recognizable stamp designs in the world, symbolizing the stability and continuity of the British monarchy and postal service.