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Hong Kong King George V Silver Jubilee
common1900-1945

Hong Kong King George V Silver Jubilee

Hong Kong · 1935 · 20 Cents

This stamp commemorates the Silver Jubilee of King George V's reign. The design features a portrait of the King in an oval frame, with Windsor Castle depicted in the background. A traditional Chinese junk sails in the foreground, symbolizing Hong Kong's maritime heritage.

Issued across the British Empire in 1935, this omnibus series celebrated 25 years of King George V's rule, reinforcing imperial unity during a period of global political change.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg147
scott151

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$10
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$2
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1

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