Fiji – Scott # 184, hinged
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Fiji Scott #184 (1954) is an unused hinged definitive stamp featuring Queen Elizabeth II and a white orchid, combining royal portraiture with botanical design.
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Description
This Fiji definitive stamp, Scott #184, issued in 1954, features Queen Elizabeth II alongside an elegant white orchid, combining royal portraiture with botanical imagery. The design reflects the mid-twentieth-century style of Commonwealth definitives, emphasizing both imperial continuity and local natural heritage.
The stamp pairs a formal cameo portrait of the young Queen Elizabeth II with a graceful floral composition. The white orchid is rendered with soft shading and careful detail, highlighting its delicate petals and curling green stems. The muted background allows the flower to stand out while maintaining visual balance with the royal effigy.
Typography is clean and restrained, with the country name and denomination integrated seamlessly into the design. The vertical “White Orchid” inscription reinforces the botanical theme, making the stamp appealing to both traditional Commonwealth collectors and those interested in flora-themed issues.
Issued with a 2 shilling denomination, the stamp was intended for higher-value postal use. This example is offered unused with original gum and a hinge mark. Hinged copies remain desirable for collectors of Fiji, Queen Elizabeth II definitives, and classic Commonwealth botanical stamps.
Scott Catalog Number: 184
Denomination: 2 shillings
Year of Issue: 1954
Condition: Unused, hinged
Country: Fiji
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