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Gustav VI Adolf, Type IV
common1945-1980

Gustav VI Adolf, Type IV

Sweden · 1957 · 10 öre

This definitive stamp features a left-facing profile portrait of King Gustav VI Adolf of Sweden. The design, known as Type IV, is rendered in a single color against a solid background, with the country name 'SVERIGE' at the top and the denomination '10' at the bottom. This was a long-running series used for everyday postage.

Issued during the reign of King Gustav VI Adolf (1950-1973), this stamp was part of a widely used definitive series that reflected the stability and monarchy of post-war Sweden.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

sg383
scott443
michel430

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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.