Greece King George I Essays, Set of 8
Greece · 1896 · Various (1L, 2L, 5L, 10L, 20L, 25L, 40L, 1D)
This is a set of eight unadopted stamp essays featuring a portrait of King George I of Greece. The designs were prepared by the American Bank Note Company for a proposed definitive series but were ultimately not issued. The set showcases various denominations from 1 Lepton to 1 Drachma in different colors.
These essays were created during the reign of King George I, a period of territorial expansion and modernization for Greece, leading up to the first modern Olympic Games held in Athens in 1896.
Printing Method
Engraved
Estimated Values by Condition
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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