Mauritius 1950 King George VI Definitive Series

Mauritius · 1950 · Various (1c to 10r)

This definitive series features 15 values with bicolored, engraved designs. Each stamp displays a portrait of King George VI alongside various scenes and landmarks of Mauritius, such as the Government House, Tamarind Falls, and local deer.

Issued during the British colonial period, this set showcases the island's local identity while affirming its connection to the British Crown, just a few years before Queen Elizabeth II's accession.