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Great Britain 1979 Police Centenary Set

Name: Great Britain 1979 Police Centenary Set
Brand: United Kingdom

United Kingdom · 1979 · 10p, 11½p (part of a set)

This set of stamps from Great Britain depicts various aspects of police work. The 10p stamp shows a police officer engaging with two children, while the 11½p stamp features an officer in a high-visibility vest directing traffic with a police Land Rover in the background.

Issued in 1979, these stamps commemorate the centenary of the Police Federation, highlighting the diverse roles and community interaction of the British police force.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

police law-enforcement children vehicles uniforms community

Catalog Numbers

sg1102-1105

scott861-864

michel735-738

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$10

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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