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King George V Definitives
uncommon1900-1945

King George V Definitives

Kenya · 1922 · 1c - £1

This definitive series features a left-facing profile portrait of King George V, set within an ornate frame. The design is a classic example of British colonial philately, with the country name 'KENYA AND UGANDA' inscribed at the top and the denomination at the bottom. The stamps were printed by De La Rue & Co. on paper with the 'Script CA' watermark.

Issued for use in the combined territories of Kenya and Uganda, this series reflects the period of British colonial administration in East Africa following World War I. These were the first stamps to bear the name 'Kenya' after it was declared a British Crown Colony in 1920.

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Typography

Catalog Numbers

sg76-90
scott32-46

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$250
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$120
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$60
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$25

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