Ireland 2d Coil Stamp, Inverted Watermark
Ireland · 1935 · 2d
This definitive stamp features a map of Ireland, including all 32 counties, with the portrait of King George V of Great Britain in the upper right corner. The design is notable for its inclusion of the entire island, reflecting the political context of the Irish Free State at the time. This particular variety is distinguished by its inverted watermark.
Issued in 1935, this stamp is part of a series of definitive stamps for the Irish Free State. The inverted watermark is a significant printing error, making it one of the most sought-after rarities in Irish philately.
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