King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev, Definitive Issue
Nepal · 1980 · 10 Paisa
This definitive stamp features a portrait of King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev, the reigning monarch of Nepal at the time. The King is depicted in formal attire, facing left, set against a solid blue background. This design was part of a long-running series used for everyday postage.
Issued during the reign of King Birendra, this stamp reflects a period of absolute monarchy in Nepal, prior to the democratic movements that would later transform the country's political landscape.
Printing Method
Photogravure
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Estimated Values by Condition
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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