Hong Kong – Scott # 158, hinged

Description

Hong Kong – Scott #158 (1938–48) Unused, Hinged, King George VI Definitive, 10¢ Violet
This 10-cent violet definitive stamp comes from the 1938–1948 King George VI series, a foundational set in Hong Kong colonial philately. The design features a finely engraved right-facing portrait of King George VI, surrounded by a clean rectangular frame. The layout includes Chinese characters denoting the value, as well as royal crown emblems in the upper corners and traditional key-pattern borders at the base—an elegant blend of British and Chinese design elements.

Printed by Bradbury Wilkinson, this series is well-regarded for its sharp engraving detail and consistent color quality. The 10¢ value was a commonly used postal denomination in the late 1930s and post-war years, though unused examples with original gum remain desirable.

This stamp is unused with original gum, showing a light hinge mark on the reverse. Color is strong and even, with well-defined perforations and crisp detail.

Details:

• Country: Hong Kong (British Colony)

• Issue Period: 1938–1948

• Denomination: 10 Cents

• Color: Violet

• Design: Profile portrait of King George VI with bilingual inscriptions

• Printer: Bradbury Wilkinson & Co.

• Gum: Original gum, hinged

• Condition: Unused, hinged

• Catalog Reference: Scott #158

A clean and classic example from the King George VI definitive series—an essential building block for collectors of Hong Kong or British Empire portrait issues.