Queen Elizabeth II Wilding Booklet Pane with Inverted Crowns Watermark
United Kingdom · 1961 · 2½ pence
This listing features a booklet pane of six 2½ pence stamps from Great Britain, depicting the iconic 'Wilding' portrait of Queen Elizabeth II in a rich brown hue. The stamps are notable for their inverted crowns watermark, a significant printing error that makes this pane highly collectible.
Issued during the early reign of Queen Elizabeth II, the Wilding series was a staple of British postage. This particular pane represents a fascinating printing error, where the watermark, typically oriented upright, appears inverted, making it a sought-after philatelic variety.
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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