New Zealand 1947 King George VI Definitive Set

New Zealand · 1947 · ½d, 1d, 2d, 3d

This definitive set features a portrait of King George VI, facing left, within an ornate frame. The design is consistent across the four denominations, which are differentiated by color: green (½d), scarlet (1d), orange (2d), and blue (3d). These stamps were part of a long-running series used for everyday postage throughout New Zealand.

Issued in the post-World War II era, this set reflects the continued ties between New Zealand and the British Commonwealth under the reign of King George VI. These definitives were workhorse stamps used during a period of post-war recovery and reconstruction.