common1900-1945

King George V: The Stamp Collecting King

Name: King George V: The Stamp Collecting King
Brand: United Kingdom

United Kingdom · 1900 ·

This entry refers to King George V, a monarch of the United Kingdom renowned for his passion for stamp collecting. He amassed one of the most significant and valuable stamp collections in history, known as the Royal Philatelic Collection.

King George V's reign (1910-1936) coincided with a golden age of philately, and his personal interest significantly elevated the hobby's prestige. His collection provided a comprehensive record of British and Commonwealth postal history.

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royalty philately history

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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