King George V, 1/2 Anna Green
India · 1911 · 1/2 Anna
This definitive stamp features a right-facing portrait of King George V, the reigning British monarch and Emperor of India at the time. The design is framed by an ornate border with the denomination 'HALF ANNA' at the bottom and 'INDIA POSTAGE' at the top. This was part of the first series of stamps issued for British India bearing his likeness.
Issued in 1911, this stamp marks the beginning of King George V's reign following the death of his father, King Edward VII. It was used for standard postage throughout British India during a period of growing nationalist sentiment.
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