Uganda Protectorate Queen Victoria Definitive

Uganda · 1898 · 1a

This definitive stamp features a portrait of Queen Victoria, facing left, within an ornate frame. The country name 'UGANDA PROTECTORATE' is inscribed at the top, with the denomination '1 ANNA' at the bottom. The design is typical of British colonial issues of the late 19th century, emphasizing the authority of the British Crown.

Issued in 1898, this stamp was part of the first series for the newly formalized Uganda Protectorate, replacing earlier typewritten issues. It signifies the establishment of a standardized postal system under British administration.