uncommon1900-1945

Hong Kong Victoria Clock Tower

Name: Hong Kong Victoria Clock Tower
Brand: Hong Kong
Availability: InStock

Hong Kong · 1939 · 50 Cents

The stamp features the Victoria Clock Tower in Hong Kong, framed by an ornate border. 'HONG KONG' is at the top, and 'POSTAGE & REVENUE' with '50 CENTS' is at the bottom.

This stamp is part of the 1938-1952 King George VI definitive series for Hong Kong, which depicted local scenes and landmarks. The Victoria Clock Tower, completed in 1915, was a prominent landmark associated with the Kowloon-Canton Railway terminus.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

architecture landmarks definitive

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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