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King Norodom Sihanouk, First Definitive Issue

Name: King Norodom Sihanouk, First Definitive Issue
Brand: Cambodia

Cambodia · 1951 · 1c

This stamp features a portrait of King Norodom Sihanouk, who was the reigning monarch at the time. It is part of the first definitive series issued by Cambodia after gaining greater autonomy within the French Union. The design is simple and elegant, focusing on the profile of the young king.

Issued in 1951, this series marks a significant step towards Cambodian postal independence, preceding the country's full independence from France in 1953.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

royalty heads-of-state portraits

Catalog Numbers

sg1

scott1

michel1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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