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common1945-1980
Queen Elizabeth II Wilding Definitive, 2½d Red
United Kingdom · 1952 · 2½d
A red definitive stamp featuring a profile portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, with 'POSTAGE REVENUE' at the top and 'ELIZABETH II' and the denomination '2½d' at the bottom.
Issued shortly after Queen Elizabeth II's accession to the throne, this stamp is part of the first definitive series to feature her portrait, replacing the previous King George VI issues.
Printing Method
Photogravure
Catalog Numbers
sg516
scott300
michel290
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