Description
Australia Scott #25 — Used — King George V “Three-Halfpence” Green (1914–1920 Issue)
Issued during the early years of Australia’s Commonwealth postal system, this 1½d green definitive is part of the highly collectible King George V Sideface series, one of the most extensively studied classic issues in Australian philately. The design features a finely engraved profile of King George V surrounded by wattle blossoms, with the crown above and the denomination framed at the lower corners.
Printed using typographic methods, this issue is known for its subtle variations in shade, plate wear, and cancel types—details that make these stamps a favorite among specialists. The bright green coloration of Scott #25 offers a striking contrast to the more somber hues found elsewhere in the series.
This example is postally used, bearing a legible circular cancellation that leaves the king’s portrait largely visible. The perforations are intact, and the stamp retains good color and detail, making it a solid representative of this classic Commonwealth period.
An excellent addition for collectors of:
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King George V issues
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Early Australia & Commonwealth
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Classic typographed definitives
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Used condition historical issues
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