Queen Victoria, 1898

Uganda · 1898 · 1a

This definitive stamp features a right-facing portrait of Queen Victoria, based on a photograph by W. & D. Downey. The design is framed by an ornate border with the country name 'UGANDA PROTECTORATE' at the top and the denomination '1 ANNA' at the bottom. The stamp is part of a series issued for the protectorate, printed by De La Rue.

Issued under the British Uganda Protectorate, which was established in 1894. This series replaced earlier typewritten issues and signified a more formal colonial administration under British rule during the 'Scramble for Africa'.