1911 1936 Stamp Appraisal

King George V 1 1/2d Halfpenny Postage Stamp

This item is an antique or vintage postage stamp featuring the profile of King George V. The stamp has a primary color scheme of reddish-brown or sepia tones, set against a lighter, possibly cream or light tan background, which is typical of early 20th-century British stamps. The stamp is rectangular in shape with perforated edges, indicating it was part of a larger sheet of stamps. The central design element is an oval portrait of King George V facing left, wearing a crown. Above and to the sides of the oval portrait, there is an ornate frame with '1 1/2' displayed in the top left and right corners, signifying its denomination of 'one and a half pence.' Below the portrait, the word 'HALFPENCE' is clearly visible, preceded by 'THE'. The overall design includes intricate scrollwork and decorative elements surrounding the portrait and denomination. The condition of the stamp appears to be moderately used, with a visible cancellation mark (postmark) over the King's face and upper right portion of the stamp. The cancellation mark is somewhat indistinct but appears to be a circular or partial circular form, likely in black ink. The perforations appear largely intact, though individual teeth may show minor wear or softening due to age and handling. The paper itself shows some signs of toning consistent with age. There are no obvious tears or significant creases visible in the provided image, but the resolution is not high enough to rule out minor imperfections. The printing quality appears to be consistent with governmental philatelic production of the era, suggesting a well-executed engraving or lithographic process. The exact year of issue is not explicitly stated, but the presence of King George V places its origin within his reign (1910-1936), making it a piece from the early to mid-20th century. The quality is typical of British Commonwealth stamps of the period, known for their detailed engravings and consistent production standards.