King Gustaf VI Adolf, Type IV

Name: King Gustaf VI Adolf, Type IV
Brand: Sweden

Sweden · 1956 · 25 öre

This definitive stamp features a left-facing portrait of King Gustaf VI Adolf of Sweden. The design, known as Type IV, is rendered in a single color, blue, and was created by the engraver Sven Ewert. The denomination '25' is prominently displayed in the bottom left corner, with 'SVERIGE' at the bottom right.

Issued during the long reign of Gustaf VI Adolf (1950-1973), this stamp was part of a widely used definitive series for everyday postage in Sweden during a period of post-war stability and economic growth.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

royalty heads-of-state kings monarchs

Catalog Numbers

sg377

scott443

michel402

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

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.