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Barbados 1953 Queen Elizabeth II Coronation

Barbados · 1953 · 12c

This stamp commemorates the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II on June 2, 1953. The design features a portrait of the young Queen wearing the George IV State Diadem, based on a photograph by Dorothy Wilding.

Issued as part of the British Commonwealth omnibus series for the coronation, this stamp reflects Barbados's status as a British colony at the time and its participation in celebrating major royal events.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg274
scott231

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$3
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$2
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$1
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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