Queen Elizabeth II Definitive
Nigeria · 1953 · 2s 6d
This definitive stamp features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, facing right, based on a photograph by Dorothy Wilding. The design is framed by an ornate border with the country name 'NIGERIA' at the top and the denomination '2/6' at the bottom.
Issued as part of the first definitive series for Nigeria following Queen Elizabeth II's accession to the throne in 1952, this set replaced the previous King George VI issues.
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Engraved
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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