Nigeria 1914 £1 King George V, Die II

Name: Nigeria 1914 £1 King George V, Die II
Brand: Nigeria

Nigeria · 1914 · £1

This definitive stamp features a three-quarter portrait of King George V, facing left, set within an ornate frame. The design is notable for its intricate scrollwork and the prominent display of the denomination 'ONE POUND' at the bottom, with 'NIGERIA' inscribed in a tablet above the portrait. The stamp is printed in a distinctive purple and black on green paper.

Issued under British colonial rule, this high-value definitive was part of the first series of stamps for the newly amalgamated Colony and Protectorate of Nigeria. It represents a key moment in the administrative history of the region and is a classic of British Commonwealth philately.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

royalty monarchs king-george-v colonial

Catalog Numbers

sg12

scott12

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1,500

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1,200

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$900

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$600

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$250

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