Thistles Stamp Appraisal

King George VI 1½d Postage & Revenue Stamp (Roses, Thistles, Shamrocks, Daffodils)

This item is a King George VI 1½d (one and a half pence) postage and revenue stamp, likely from Great Britain or a Commonwealth country during his reign (1936-1952). The stamp features a profile portrait of King George VI facing left, adorned with a crown above his head. The color of the stamp is a deep maroon or reddish-brown. Along the left vertical edge, the word 'POSTAGE' is printed, and along the right vertical edge, 'REVENUE' is printed, both in an upright orientation. The denomination '1½D' is prominently displayed within a circular or oval frame at the bottom center of the stamp. The corners of the stamp are decorated with symbols representing the four nations of the United Kingdom: a rose (England) in the top left, a thistle (Scotland) in the top right, a shamrock (Northern Ireland) in the bottom right, and a daffodil (Wales) or possibly a leek in the bottom left, though the bottom left symbol is less clear but appears floral. The stamp exhibits a perforated edge, typical of postal stamps, which is particularly visible along the bottom and top edges, though the full extent of the perforations is not entirely visible. The condition appears to be relatively good, with no obvious major tears or creases, although the image quality makes it difficult to assess fine details like paper discoloration or minor wear. The focus is slightly soft, particularly on the details of the king's face, but the overall design elements are discernible. This stamp is a common example of the definitive stamp series issued during King George VI's reign, used for both postal services and as fiscal revenue stamps.