King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX), 4th Portrait Series

Name: King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX), 4th Portrait Series
Brand: Thailand

Thailand · 1963 · 50 Satang

This definitive stamp features the fourth official portrait of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX). The King is depicted in profile, facing left, wearing the uniform of the Supreme Commander of the Thai Armed Forces. The design is simple and elegant, focusing on the monarch's image, with the country name in Thai script at the top and the denomination at the bottom.

Issued during the long and influential reign of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, this series was widely used for everyday postage in Thailand for many years, reflecting the deep reverence the Thai people have for their monarchy.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

royalty heads-of-state kings portraits

Catalog Numbers

sg589

scott432

michel469

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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.