King George VI Definitive Series

Singapore · 1948 · 1c to $5

This definitive series features a portrait of King George VI, the reigning British monarch at the time. The lower values depict the King's portrait alone, while the higher values incorporate local Singaporean scenes and industries, such as the Singapore River, shipping, and the coat of arms. The stamps are notable for their rich colors and detailed photogravure printing.

Issued in 1948, this was the first stamp series for the newly established Crown Colony of Singapore, following its separation from the Straits Settlements and the Malayan Union after World War II.