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United Kingdom 1948 Stamp Cancelling Machine

Name: United Kingdom 1948 Stamp Cancelling Machine
Brand: United Kingdom
Availability: InStock

United Kingdom · 1948 · 2s 6d

This stamp features a detailed illustration of a stamp cancelling machine, a key piece of postal technology. The design highlights the mechanization of the postal service in the mid-20th century. It was part of a set issued to commemorate the Silver Wedding anniversary of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth.

Issued in 1948, this stamp was part of a high-value definitive set released shortly after World War II, reflecting Britain's focus on industrial and technological recovery.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

technology postal-history machinery

Catalog Numbers

sg499

scott274

michel239

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

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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