Great Britain 1929 Postal Union Congress Die Proofs

United Kingdom · 1929 · ½d, 2½d

The proofs feature a profile portrait of King George V, with text indicating 'POSTAGE REVENUE' and 'POSTAL UNION CONGRESS LONDON 1929'. The sheet includes both approved and unapproved designs for the ½d and 2½d denominations, all overprinted 'CANCELLED'.

These proofs were created for the 1929 Postal Union Congress held in London, a significant international event for postal services. They represent early design stages, including both approved and rejected concepts for the commemorative stamps.