Saint Helena 1938-44 King George VI Definitives
Saint Helena · 1938 · 1d
This definitive stamp features a dual portrait of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, with a central vignette depicting a ship at anchor in Jamestown harbor. The design highlights the island's maritime heritage and its status as a British colony during the reign of George VI.
Issued as part of the King George VI definitive series for St. Helena, this stamp was in use during World War II, a period when the island's strategic location in the South Atlantic was of significant importance.
Printing Method
Engraved
Catalog Numbers
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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