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Nigeria Queen Elizabeth II Definitive
common1945-1980

Nigeria Queen Elizabeth II Definitive

Nigeria · 1953 · 2d

This definitive stamp features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, based on a photograph by Dorothy Wilding. The design is framed by an ornamental border, with the country name 'NIGERIA' at the top and the denomination '2d' at the bottom. This was part of the first definitive series issued for Nigeria after Queen Elizabeth II's accession to the throne.

Issued in 1953, this stamp reflects Nigeria's status as a British colony during the early reign of Queen Elizabeth II, just a few years before the country gained its independence in 1960.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg65
scott84

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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.