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common1945-1980
King Idris I, Definitive Issue
Libya · 1952 · 1m
This definitive stamp features a portrait of King Idris I, the first and only king of Libya. The design is simple and elegant, focusing on the monarch's profile, typical for definitive issues of the era which were used for everyday postage.
Issued shortly after Libya gained independence in 1951, this stamp series helped establish the new national identity under the monarchy of King Idris I.
Printing Method
Photogravure
Catalog Numbers
sg128
scott100
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Superb(S)
$2Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$1Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$0.5Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$0.25Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$0.1Off-center or visible wear
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