East Africa & Uganda Protectorates King George V 75 Cents, 4 Shades

East Africa and Uganda Protectorates · 1922 · 75 Cents

This definitive stamp features a left-facing portrait of King George V, set within an ornate oval frame. The design, known as the 'Mackennal' profile, is common across British Commonwealth issues of the era. The country name 'EAST AFRICA AND UGANDA PROTECTORATES' is inscribed at the top, with the denomination '75 CENTS' at the bottom.

Issued for use in the combined protectorates of Kenya and Uganda, this stamp reflects the period of British colonial administration in East Africa. The existence of multiple distinct shades is common for definitive stamps of this era due to different printings over several years.