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King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), First Issue

Name: King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), First Issue
Brand: Thailand

Thailand · 1887 · 1 Att

This definitive stamp features a left-facing portrait of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) within an ornate oval frame. The denomination '1 ATT' is displayed at the bottom, with Thai script inscriptions for 'Siam' and the value. This design was part of the second major definitive series issued under his reign.

Issued during the reign of King Rama V, a period of significant modernization and reform in Siam (now Thailand), this stamp reflects the kingdom's growing engagement with the international postal system.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

royalty kings heads-of-state rama-v

Catalog Numbers

sg60

scott48

michel48

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$25

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$15

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.