common1945-1980

King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) Definitive Series

Name: King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) Definitive Series
Brand: Thailand

Thailand · 1960 · 5 Satang

This definitive stamp features a portrait of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX), facing left. The design is simple and elegant, with the country's name in Thai script at the top and the denomination in both Thai and Arabic numerals at the bottom. This was part of a long-running series that saw widespread use for everyday postage.

Issued during the long and influential reign of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, this stamp represents a period of significant modernization and development in Thailand. The King was a deeply revered figure, and his image on definitive stamps was a symbol of national unity and stability.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

royalty heads-of-state definitive

Catalog Numbers

sg495

scott364

michel472

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.5

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.25

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.1

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.05

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.