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Nigeria 1953 Queen Elizabeth II Coronation
common1945-1980

Nigeria 1953 Queen Elizabeth II Coronation

Nigeria · 1953 · 2d

This stamp commemorates the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II on June 2, 1953. The design features a portrait of the young Queen wearing the George IV State Diadem, based on a photograph by Dorothy Wilding. The denomination is two pence (2d).

Issued as part of a British Commonwealth omnibus series, this stamp marks a significant event in the history of the British monarchy during Nigeria's time as a British colony.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg71
scott88

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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.