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King George VI Coronation Omnibus Issue

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

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

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.