common1900-1945

King George VI Coronation Omnibus Issue

Name: King George VI Coronation Omnibus Issue
Brand: United Kingdom

United Kingdom · 1937 · 1½d

This stamp commemorates the coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth on May 12, 1937. The design features dual portraits of the new King and Queen, a significant departure from the tradition of showing only the reigning monarch. This issue was part of a larger 'omnibus' series released across the British Empire, with each territory using a similar design.

Issued following the unexpected abdication of King Edward VIII, this stamp marked the beginning of King George VI's reign, a period that would encompass World War II.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

royalty monarchy coronation king-george-vi queen-elizabeth

Catalog Numbers

sg460

scott234

michel255

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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

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.