Papua New Guinea year 2003 Coronation of Queen Elizabeth stamps MNH
The 2003 stamp issue is a significant one, as it commemorates a major milestone in the reign of Queen Elizabeth II: the 50th Anniversary of her Coronation.
As a Commonwealth Realm, Papua New Guinea participated in this commemoration by issuing a special set of stamps.
👑 Papua New Guinea 2003: 50th Anniversary of the Coronation
| Feature | Details |
| Theme | 50th Anniversary of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II (Coronation took place on June 2, 1953) |
| Issue Date | The stamps were released around April 30, 2003. |
| Format | The issue was primarily released as a Set of Stamps. |
| Set Size | The complete set typically contains 6 Stamps. |
| Catalogue Numbers | The stamps are listed in the Stanley Gibbons catalogue as SG 961 – SG 966. |
| Design/Images | The stamps in the set generally feature images related to the 1953 Coronation ceremony, historical portraits of the Queen, or the Crown and Regalia. |
Additional Formats (for Collectors)
- First Day Cover (FDC): The stamps would also be available on a special envelope cancelled with a unique “First Day of Issue” postmark. Some of these covers were produced by companies like Benham, showing the set of 6 stamps.
- Miniature Sheet: While a single set is the main item, many Commonwealth countries released a combination of a definitive set and a Souvenir Sheet (Miniature Sheet) for major royal events. While the main set is 6 stamps, some philatelic dealers may have grouped this with the earlier 2002 Golden Jubilee issue or offered a different special presentation.
This 2003 issue is highly sought after by collectors specializing in Papua New Guinea, Commonwealth stamps, or the Royalty/Queen Elizabeth II thematic area.
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