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Malta King George VI Definitive, 5d
common1900-1945

Malta King George VI Definitive, 5d

Malta · 1943 · 5d

This definitive stamp features a portrait of King George VI, the reigning monarch of the British Empire at the time. The design is simple and functional, typical of definitive issues, with the country name 'MALTA' at the top and the denomination '5d' at the bottom.

Issued during World War II, this stamp was part of a series used throughout the British colony of Malta, a strategically vital island fortress in the Mediterranean.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg227
scott220
michel236

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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