King George VI 1 1/2d Postage and Revenue Stamp

This item is a King George VI 1 1/2d postage and revenue stamp, likely issued by Great Britain. The stamp features a portrait of King George VI in profile, facing left, with a crown centrally positioned above his head. The color of the stamp appears to be a warm, deep maroon or reddish-brown, printed on what would typically be white or off-white paper. The stamp's design includes decorative elements in the corners: a rose in the upper left, a thistle (representing Scotland) in the upper right, a shamrock (representing Ireland) in the lower left, and a daffodil or leek (representing Wales) in the lower right, symbolizing the unity of the constituent countries of the United Kingdom. The words "POSTAGE" are printed vertically along the left side, and "REVENUE" vertically along the right side, both in a legible sans-serif font. The denomination "1 1/2 D" (one and a half pence) is clearly displayed within a circular frame at the bottom center of the stamp. The stamp exhibits perforations along all four edges, indicating it was part of a larger sheet. The visible condition suggests it is off paper, with some possible light toning or minor wear consistent with its age. There are no obvious tears, creases, or major damage, though the image quality makes precise assessment of condition issues challenging. The focus is slightly soft, obscuring very fine details, but the overall impression is of a relatively well-preserved example. This stamp would have been in circulation during King George VI's reign, which spanned from 1936 to 1952, placing its estimated age within that period. Its dual 'Postage and Revenue' designation implies it could be used for both postal services and as a fiscal stamp for certain legal documents. The craftsmanship appears standard for British postal issues of the era, with clear engraving and printing.