Royal Visit to Ceylon, 1954
Sri Lanka · 1954 · 10 Cents
This stamp commemorates the 1954 Royal Visit of Queen Elizabeth II to Ceylon. The design features a profile portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the right, alongside a depiction of a traditional procession with decorated elephants and attendants.
The visit of Queen Elizabeth II to Ceylon in 1954 was a significant event, marking the first time a reigning British monarch had visited the island nation since its independence in 1948, reinforcing Commonwealth ties.
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