United Kingdom Universal Mail 'Machin' Definitive

Name: United Kingdom Universal Mail 'Machin' Definitive
Brand: United Kingdom

United Kingdom · 2006 · 1st Class

This definitive stamp features the iconic plaster cast effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, sculpted by Arnold Machin. Known as the 'Machin Head', this design has been in continuous use since 1967, making it a classic of British philately. This particular version is a self-adhesive stamp issued for Universal Mail services.

Issued in 2006, these stamps were part of the transition to self-adhesive formats and were produced by various printers, leading to specialist interest in variations. The Universal Mail branding was part of Royal Mail's business services.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

machin-head queen-elizabeth-ii royalty definitive

Catalog Numbers

sgU2911

scottMH314

michelMH349

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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

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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