common1945-1980

Queen Elizabeth II Coronation

Name: Queen Elizabeth II Coronation
Brand: Sri Lanka
Availability: InStock

Sri Lanka · 1953 · 5 Cents

This stamp from Ceylon commemorates the 1953 coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. It features a regal portrait of the young Queen, framed by ornate decorative elements and the country name 'CEYLON'.

Issued shortly after her accession, this stamp marks a significant moment in British Commonwealth history, celebrating the formal crowning of the new monarch.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

royalty coronation queen-elizabeth-ii monarchy

Catalog Numbers

sg392

scott353

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1.5

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.75

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.