Jamaica King George V 'Admiral' Issue

Name: Jamaica King George V 'Admiral' Issue
Brand: Jamaica

Jamaica · 1919 · 1½d

This definitive stamp features the iconic side-profile portrait of King George V, known as the 'Admiral' type due to his naval uniform. The design is framed by an ornate border with the country name 'JAMAICA' at the top and the denomination '1½d POSTAGE & REVENUE' at the bottom.

The King George V 'Admiral' series was a common design type used across the British Empire in the early 20th century, symbolizing imperial unity under the British crown. This particular issue from Jamaica was part of a set released after World War I.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

royalty monarchs king-george-v portraits colonial

Catalog Numbers

sg79

scott79

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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