King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) in Field Marshal's Uniform

Name: King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) in Field Marshal's Uniform
Brand: Thailand

Thailand · 1955 · 50 Satang

This definitive stamp features a portrait of King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) of Thailand. He is depicted in the full dress uniform of a Field Marshal of the Royal Thai Army, looking to his left. The denomination of 50 Satang is shown in the lower right corner.

Issued as part of the fourth definitive series during the long reign of King Bhumibol, this stamp was in common use for postage throughout Thailand in the mid-1950s.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

royalty portraits heads-of-state uniforms

Catalog Numbers

sg316

scott298

michel304

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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.