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King Mahendra Birthday Portrait Set
uncommon1945-1980

King Mahendra Birthday Portrait Set

Nepal · 1961 · 6, 12, 50 Paisa, 1 Rupee

A set of four stamps from Nepal, issued in 1961, featuring a dignified portrait of King Mahendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev. Each stamp depicts the monarch in a traditional Nepali cap and glasses, set against different solid color backgrounds, with varying denominations.

These stamps were issued to commemorate the birthday of King Mahendra, who reigned as King of Nepal from 1955 to 1972. They reflect the monarch's presence on national issues during a period of significant political development in the country.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg315-318
scott306-309

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$6
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$4
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$3
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$2
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1

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