Canada King George V Admiral Issue stamps are one of the most famous definitive series in Canadian philately.
About the Admiral Issue
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Issued: 1911–1928
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Design: Portrait of King George V, shown in his admiral’s naval uniform (hence the nickname “Admirals”).
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Denominations: Ranged from 1¢ to $1, printed in a wide variety of colors.
The Admiral Issue marked Canada’s first long-running definitive set under King George V and stayed in use for nearly two decades. With changes in perforations, papers, coils, war tax overprints, and booklet formats, the Admirals offer endless opportunities for specialization.
The strong engraved portrait and bold frame design are considered classics of Canadian stamp design.
Canada King George V Admiral Issue stamps are one of the most famous definitive series in Canadian philately.
About the Admiral Issue
-
Issued: 1911–1928
-
Design: Portrait of King George V, shown in his admiral’s naval uniform (hence the nickname “Admirals”).
-
Denominations: Ranged from 1¢ to $1, printed in a wide variety of colors.
The Admiral Issue marked Canada’s first long-running definitive set under King George V and stayed in use for nearly two decades. With changes in perforations, papers, coils, war tax overprints, and booklet formats, the Admirals offer endless opportunities for specialization.
The strong engraved portrait and bold frame design are considered classics of Canadian stamp design.