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Stanley Gibbons 263, Edward VII, 1902 5 Shillings
The eldest son of Queen Victoria King Edward VII became King in 1901 Aged 59 and ruled for only 9 years. 24 major-type definitive King Edward VII stamps were issued during his relatively short reign, the first appearing in 1902. Fluent in French and German, Edward made several visits abroad and became affectionately known as the ‘Uncle of Europe’ for his participation in foreign affairs. Another of his main interests lay in military and naval matters and he played an active role in encouraging naval and military reforms, persevering for the reformation of the Army Medical Service and modernisation of the Home Fleet.
Sixteen King Edward VII definitive postage stamps were issued in 1902, with later printings continuing through 1911. These stamps are perforated 14.
5 S. (1902 - Sc. #140) - Carmine Rose, Bright Carmine, Carmine.
Collection : XXVII Stamps