Sri Lanka 10 Rupee Definitive Stamp

Name: Sri Lanka 10 Rupee Definitive Stamp
Brand: Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka · 1972 · 10 R

This definitive stamp features the national emblem of Sri Lanka, which was adopted in 1972 when the country became a republic. The central element is a lion holding a sword, surrounded by petals of a blue lotus, all within a traditional grain vase. The denomination '10 RUPEES' is prominently displayed at the bottom.

Issued in 1972, this stamp marks the year Ceylon became the Republic of Sri Lanka, severing its final colonial ties to the United Kingdom and adopting a new constitution and national emblem.

Printing Method

Lithography

Themes

postage definitive symbols heraldry

Catalog Numbers

sg637

scott488

michel495

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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.