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King George V Silver Jubilee, 1 shilling
common1900-1945

King George V Silver Jubilee, 1 shilling

Kenya, Uganda and Tanganyika · 1935 · 1s

This stamp commemorates the Silver Jubilee of King George V's reign. The design features a prominent portrait of the King in his admiral's uniform, set against a backdrop of Windsor Castle, a symbol of the British monarchy. The inscription '1910-1935' marks the 25-year period of his rule.

Issued as part of the omnibus series across the British Empire, this stamp celebrated the stability and continuity of the monarchy during a period of global economic and political uncertainty between the two World Wars.

Catalog Numbers

sg122
scott30
michel29

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$10
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$7
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$4
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.